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THE YEAR 1866.
BOSTON:
HENRY W. DUTTON & SON, PRINTERS,
90 AND 92 Washington StEBEi.
1867
CHAPEL i^fet-tl
C 0 N T E N T S.
Report of the Committee on Ornamental Gahuening, ... i
Report of the Committee on Plants and Floweks, - - . . 6
rremiums and Gratuities awarded, - - 15
Report of the Committee on Fruits, 36
Premiums and Gratuities awarded, 48
Report of the Committee on Vegetables, 58
Premiums and Gratuities awarded, 61
Report.ok the Committee on the Library, 67
Report of the Finance Committee, 70
Report on the Robin, 75
Repoet and Resolutions concerning the Statues, - - - - 81
Addresses — By C. M. Hovey, the retiring President, - - - - 83
By J. F. C. Hyde, tlie President elect, 89
Members of the Society — For Life, 91
Annual, 97
Extracts from By-Laws, 104
EEPOETS.
EEPORT or THE C0}[3IITTEE ON OENAIENTAL GAEDENIN^,
For the Year 186G.
The Garden Committee respectfully submit their report for 1866:
It is to be hoped that our Society may, in future years, exert a more
positive and direct influence, through this Committee, in awakening and
extending an interest in gardening. We can but think that this Society
and the public are to receive great benefit from the munificent prizes
which the liberality of one of our members has enabled the Society to
ofier, for skill in this art. For the present year the duties of your Com-
mittee have been limited to three invitations, all of which were from the
Government of the city of Boston.
On the 20th of September your Committee visited the Public Garden
in Boston, by invitation of and in company with His Honor the Mayor
and other members of the City Government. In every part of the Gar-
den we found indications of constant care and interest. The walks were
clean and in good order; the grass was well cut; beds were evenly
graded and neatly kept, and of some kinds of flowers there was a fair
supply. Taking the ground in the condition in which it was laid out,
without venturing upon radical changes, the officers having this in charge
have succeeded in satisfying the public by the pleasing effect of lawn,
water, shrubbery and gay flowers. Contrasting its present condition
with the ofiensive marsh which it was, a few years since, it may well be
a source of pride and pleasure to the citizens of Boston; and its care-
ful culture is a credit to the Committee having it in charge.
Yet your Committee cannot refrain from expressing the opinion that
this Garden is capable of producing much higher effect than at present.
There seems to have been a decided lack of skill in the original plan of
the grounds. Instead of studying effects, opening vistas, creating a
sense of extent and " magnificent distances " in contrast, at the next
turn, with some sudden surprise of quiet beauty; instead of grouping
the plants in harmony, in order to produce distinct impressions, instead
of skilful design, we find unmeaning mixedness in every part. Effects
are spoiled by some impertinent obstruction of the vision, or frittered
away by a lack of harmony and distinctness. As an example of the
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latter defect, take the groups of shnibbery, assorted with entire disre-
gard to their habits of growth, their form, color and time of flowering.
Instead of massing plants, homogeneous in their nature, the Kalmia
with the Rhodendron, for example, we find a dozen or two of these plants
scattered over the entire extent of ground and rendered ridiculous by
the side of some coarse shrub.
Whatever may be deemed expedient in regard to changes of some of
the walks and some of the curves in the outline of the lake, in the opin-
ion of your Committee it does not admit of a doubt that no time is to be
lost in recasting and judiciously grouping the shrubbery. And this
should be done with such discretion that the object of the group should
be distinct, and that eftect should be sustained throughout the season, in
all parts of the ground, either by foliage or flowers. At present there is
too much sameness, and much of the growth is of coarse quality.
The entire lack of some of the finest and most suitable plants, the
Japan Lily, for example, was quite noticeable. This lack was not com-
pensated by any skilful combinations of bedding-plants, or annuals, but,
on the contrary, the effect of these latter was diffuse and meagre in the
extreme.
It hius been said that the grass appeared well. The soil is deep and
rich, and during this moist season the growth was strong. Being fre-
quently cut with the scythe, the effect was a pleasing green, especially
at a distance. But the sward was very poor, a mixture of weeds and
grasses of every sort, utterly unfit to remain. The only remedy will be
to turn the sward and resow with pure grasses. The city should no
longer be content with lawns so far inferior to many private lawns in its
vicinity. The extent of ground is so limited, the natural capacity and
the facilities are so excellent, and the object is so worthy and desirable
that there is no excuse why this work should not be carried to the per-
fection of landscape art. It will be no rival of the Central Park, but
as a model of pure taste and high art, it is capable of being made a
credit and a source of unmingled pleasure to the citizens.
In this connection it becomes necessary to speak of the conservatory,
standing upon the public grounds. This is rented by the city, and as a
conservatory, for the sale of flowers, its management is creditable to the
gentleman who rents it. It will bear comparison with many establish-
ments of florists in this vicinity. But, considering the use to which it is
put, it could not be expected that the appearance of the house, or the
<5ollection of plants would be at all comparable with many of our best
private houses. It pretends to nothing more than the production of the
most profitable flowers at the least cost, to be cut as soon as opened. It
may be said that, as we expect nothing, we are not disappointed. But
•do we not, and have we not a right to expect soniewhat from a building
standing in so conspicuous a place upon public ground? The fact is that
strangers do and will hold the city answerable for such a structure and
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such results. In contrast, what untold enjoyment and moral and intel-
lectual profit would result to our citizens from a well-selected, classified
and well-kept collection of plants? Such collections are within the abil-
ity of many of our private citizens to maintain. The city is exi^ending
a vast sum in the formation of a magnificent driving park for the enjoy-
ment of the wealthier classes. Would it be deemed extravagant to spend
a fraction of the interest of this outlay in supporting a conservatory of
plants Avhich would prove a source of unalloyed pleasure and profit to
all classes? This appears to us to be a subject of great public interest,
oftering to our city the opportunity of a proud pre-eminence. Whether
our Horticultural Society should desire any connection with such a proj-
ect, is also a question worthy of careful consideration.
Yet again, by invitation of the City Government of Boston, your
Committee visited the farm connected with Deer Island House of Indus-
try, on the 18th of October last. It does not come within the province
of your Committee to speak of the thorough system, the admirable order
and neatness which characterizes the management of the interior of the
establishment. Our visit was to the farm, which is also under the same
efficient superintendence of T. E. Payson, Esq.
We found no extravagant outlay, but everything administered practi-
cally and economically. The old barns were neat and well arranged for
service. A large new barn is also well designed, having, as a special
feature, a noble cellar, for the storage of roots in vast quantities.
The product of roots was so extraordinary that it will be interesting
to notice the data kindly furnished by Mr. Payson.
During the past year there were four and one half acres devoted to
mangolds and sugar beets, five-sixths of which were mangolds, the whole
producing a gross weight of 264 tons. One measured acre of mangolds,
carefully weighed, yielded 73 tons, and the green tops probably would
have weighed five tons more. As this is undoubtedly the largest trust-
worthy account on record in this country, Mr. Payson has kindly fur-
nished your Committee with such information as it desired, and the state-
ment of his treatment will be valuable. It is to be regretted that the
limit of this report compels us to condense.
This acre was planted with potatoes in 1863, with carrots in 1864, with
onions in 1865 and with mangolds in 1866, in drills two and a half feet
apart. Each of these years previous to 1866 it has been manured with a
compost of sea kelp and stable manure, at the rate of twenty cords
yearly. " In the autumn of 1865 as much sea- weed, recently thrown up
by the sea (variety Laminaria,) was ploughed in as could be covered,
and no manure was put on it in the spring of 1866. In this respect it
was differently treated from the rest of the land. It was ploughed, how-
ever, in the spring, and sowed in the latter part of April with four pounds
of seed per acre. I think every seed must have germinated, for the
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quantity of young plants pulled out was enormous. It is easier to thin,
however, than to supply deficiencies. The croj:) never ceased growing
from the time the plants appeared until the roots were harvested. I
have had the roots grown on this lot analyzed, and they are found to
contain exactly the same amount of saccharine matter as the sugar beets,
"which were grown on a dilferent location."
Mr. Pa3^son further states that mangolds under the same circumstances
will produce at least thirty-three and one-third per cent, more than
sugar beets, and are much the most profitable crop. If sown early they
are a sure crop, and if well fed the leaves cover the ground and check
the weeds, and Mr. Payson concludes that they will produce more than
any other root for the labor that they require.
Of carrots there were four acres, yielding the enormous crop of 117
tons. The Flat turnip crop was also magnificent, but the weight is not
given.
It will be seen that manure is a most important element in the attain-
ment of these enormous results. Kot content with the bountiful supply
of kelp which is thrown upon the Island, all of which is carefully saved,
and composted, or ploughed in when first thrown up, there are also
large supplies of manure from the dairy stables and from the piggery.
This last is an institution in itself, apparently managed with great skill,
economy and success. We are prevented from entering into detail, but
it may be well to state that Mi\ Payson attributes his great success in
breeding to the use of well-matured sows, having good points, not pre-
ferring pure breeds and not oljjecting to breeding in and in.
"We must pass without notice the hay crop, the onions, the dairy and
other items of interest upon the farm ; but it is evident from what has
been stated that under the present efficient superintendence, greedily
seizing upon all which the sea may give, husbanding every enriching
material from the houses, the barns and the piggery, and making a ju-
dicious use of these decided advantages, it can but be a work of a few
years to transform this bleak and hitherto barren isle into an enormously
productive farm. In view of present results, and especially for the crops
of mangolds and carrots, your Committee award a gratuity of twenty-
five dollars.
Early in September your Committee visited Mount Hope Cemetery.
The writer of this report was not present, andean only state the impres-
sions of the Committee. The decided opinion is expressed that the con-
dition of the Cemetery is a credit to its SuiDcrintendent, Mr. C. M. At-
kinson. Every part of the ground was in good order, the work was ju-
diciously done, and the effects were distinct and striking, especially so at
the entrance.
The finest specimens of the ribbon style of arranging colors in plants,
were here to be seen. This feature was noticed with decided commen-
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flation, as having been done with much skill, bringing out the merit of
each class of plants, either by hapjjy blending, or by distinct contrast of
colors. In some cases the best results may be obtained by this arbitrary
and artificial arrangement of bedding plants. Yet care is to be observed
that this system is not carried to a degree of sameness and stiffness which
shall make the colors obtrusive. Kothing of this was noticed in Mr.
Atkinson's work. On the contrary his taste, energy and good judgment
are manifest throughout the Cemetery.
For skill and cax-e in the management of Mount Hope Cemetery a
gratuity is awarded of twenty-five dollars.
All of which is respectfully submitted,
For the Committee,
W. C. STROJN'G.
MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
EEPORT OF THE COIMITTEE ON PLANTS AND FLOWEES,
For the Year 18G6.
BY B. W. BUS-WELL, CHAIRMAN.
The Committee on Plants and Flowers beg leave to make the follow-
ing Eeport:
From the commencement of the year, to the " Opening of the Hall "
in May, the contributions were of course but few. Such of our friends
as had, from time to time, flowers of interest among the old varieties, or
of new and rare kinds, brought them for our consideration. We note
such as were deemed worthy of mention.
On January 13th, Messrs. Hovey & Co. showed fine specimens of Big-
nonia venusta.
January 20th, Jona. French brought some twenty blooms, about ten
varieties of Camellias. Some of the varieties were well known good
ones, but all seemed forced into too sudden bloom by a too high temper-
ature.
January 27. Hovey & Co. : a half dozen Camellias, all seedlings, em-
bracing three of the favorably known Mrs. Anne Marie Hovey; all
perfect in form and quite dissimilar in color.
These gentlemen favored us with small, but excellent displays of this
flower from day to day, until the 28th of February, when they took the
flrst prize for the best twelve, and thence forward, until the 28th of
March.
February 3. Hovey & Co.: Gelsemium sempervirens, or Carolina
Jessamine, a charming evergreen climber, with light yellow tubular blos-
soms, quite fragrant. A desirable acquisition.
February 10. J. McTear: a collection of Pansies, all of good form
and markings.
February 17. C. M. Atkinson: Dielytra spectabilis alba, new, resem-
bling the old 6ne except in color, which in this specimen was a clear
white. Desirable as a variety.
February 24. J. McTear: Iris reticulata, one of the bulbous species,
clear metallic royal purple. The outer petals with a centre of clear yel-
low, dotted with purple and margined with splashes of pure white. De-
lightfully fragrant and hardy; making it desirable as an early bloomer
with the Crocus, &c.
March 28. W. C. Strong: a Zonal Pelargonium," Herald of Spring,"
rosy scarlet, good habit, and a pleasing variety.
April 4. G. "W. Pratt: a single truss of Clerodendron Thompsonia, a
wheel shaped, scarlet flower, standing out of an inflated, five sided, white
calyx; the filaments in turn, extending far beyond the corolla. Form of
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truss like Solanum jasminoicles. As the calyx is quite })ersistent, and as
it has a long succession of bloom, it presents the appearance, at a little
distance, of a bunch of white flowers interspersed with scarlet. A plant
of this, profusely in bloom and finely trained, was exhibited at the
" Opening of the Hall, " by Mr. Hunncwell, and took the first prize as a
Specimen Plant. For its rarity and great beauty, it was considered one
of the most attractive plants ever contributed to our exhibitions.
Also, on April 4th, J. McTear : a well grown plant of Deutzia crenata
fl. pi. A new hardy shrub, a little more robust than the D. gracilis, and
much less so than the D. scabra, and more valuable than either, for its
well filled flowers. Pure white, like the others, when grown under
glass; it gives promise of becoming a popular favorite.
G. "W. Pratt: Four varieties of Calceolarias, of great size and vigor
of habit, and of the more intense colors common to that flower.
Ilovey & Co. showed at this date the first plant of the variegated
Japan Maize, which has since become more generally known.
April 25. There was no competition for Tulips, but instead, a collec-
tion of unnamed, by J. Kugent.
May 9. Hovey & Co. took the first prize for Hyacinths, with the fol-
lowing early varieties, La Cour de France, Argus, Gesneria, La Augur.
Superintendant, Golden Standard, Colour Cardinal, Victoria, Pottebakker
White, Belle Rose, Yermilion Brilliant, Royal Standard, Duchess of
Parma, Olympus, The Monument, Thomas Moore, Archduke of Aus-
tria, Proserpine, Grootmeester and Yellow Prince.
They also showed a general collection of twenty blooms, all good; and
fine specimens of Trillium grandiflorum.
It is a question here, whether the prize day for Tulips should not be
fixed to embrace the late varieties also.
Messrs. Hovey & Co. also won the first prize for Js'arcissus. Their
display numbered forty blooms, embracing nine varieties, viz. : two of
Trumpet Major, three of Polyanthus flowered; Van Sion, Sulphur Crown,
Orange Phoenix, one each, and one unnamed. This show was too early
to meet the Poeticus and some others.
May 16. Messrs. "Walker & Co. exhibited one hundred blooms of
late Tulips, excellent in quality and of good variety. This brings us to
the
Opening of the Hall, on the 23d of May.
We shall now allude to some of the more noteworthy of the contribu-
tions, and report the awards afterward in the order of their occurrence.
Jona. French contributed a collection of Greenhouse Plants, and one
of Fancy Pelargoniums. Hovey & Co. : Greenhouse Plants, Greenhouse
Azaleas and Japan Maize. H. H. Hunnewell: a collection of Show
Pelargoniums, and that elegant climber before noticed, the Clerodendron
Thompsonia. W. C. Strong: a collection of Zonal Pelargoniums. F..
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Parkman: Aqiiilogia glandulosa, intense!}^ blue and pure white, and
Viburnum lantana. J. McTear: Eutoca Ortgiesiana and Ornithogalum
conicxun. J. A. Kenrick: Hardy xVzaleas. C.J.Power: Iresene Herb-
stii, Sibthorpia Europea, Ageratum variegata, and two varieties of
Silena pendula. J. Tailby: Seedling Mimulus. Jos. Brcck: a display
of Tulips. Messrs. Hovey & Co., J. E. Westgate, J. McTear, and W.
C. Strong: each a stand of Cut Flowers. Misses S. C. Westgate, H.
G. Dunklee, B. Dunklee, A C. Wheeler and Mrs. C. B. Chase: each a
Basket of Flowers. J. E, Westgate: a pair each of Parlor and Hand
Boucpiets, and Hovey & Co., a collection of Spring Herbaceous Plants.
May 30. H. H. Hunnewell: Hardy Azaleas; J. McTear: Cut Flow-
ers; J. A. Kenrick: Hardy Azaleas and Shrubs. Miss M. E. Carter: a
collection of Xative Plants; H. Yandine: Cut Flowers; F. Parkman:
Clematis azurea grandiflora; J. C. Chandler: Pavia rubra and lutea, and
Adiantum speciosum. Mrs. C. B. Chase, Mrs. L. Guerineau, Miss S. C.
Westgate, Miss S. W. Story and Miss A. C. Kenrick: each a Basket.
June 6. H. H. Hunnewell: Rhododendrons; W. C. Strong: Hardy
Shrubs; F. Parkman: Cut Flowers; Hovey & Co.: Cut Flowers,
Shubby Paeonies, Iberis Tenori, Azaleas and Rhododendrons; Miss S.
C. Westgate, Miss A. C. Kenrick and others : Baskets; J. McTear: Her-
baceous Plants and Zephyranthus roseus; Jona. French: Pelargoniums
and Gloxinias; J. Nugent: Yiburnum opulus sterilis, of monstrous size;
J. A. Kenrick: Azaleas, Magnolias, &c.; H. Yandine: Cut Flowers;
Miss E. M. Harris: Cut Flowers and a collection of Natives; Thomas
Smallwood: Cypripedium acaule and Sarracenia purpurea; J. J. Glover:
Pinus Austriaca with its curious arrangement of male blossoms in
whorls.
June 13. F. Parkman: Cut Flowers, twenty varieties of Tuberous
Iris, and Clematis Helena, pure white ; Hovey & Co. : Cut Flowers and
Pyrethrum roseum fl. pi. as full as a quilled aster, and much resembling
it; J. McTear: twenty varieties of Tiiberous Iris and Cut Flowers;
Jona. French: a gorgeous display of Pelargoniums; J. A. Kenrick:
Azaleas; H. Yandine: Cut Flowers; Miss E. M. Harris: Cut FloM^ers
and Natives; Miss M. E. Carter: Natives, and Cross and Wreath also
of Native flowers; Thos. Smallwood: Rose Acacia, remarkable for pro-
fusion of bloom. From a private grower came Ranunculus and Anem-
one, never excelled in these rooms, save once. Mrs. C. B. Chase, Miss
S. W. Story, Miss S. C. Westgate and Miss A. C. Kenrick: each a
Basket.
June 20. F. Parkman: Cut Flowers, and a large display of Perpetual
Roses, embracing ver}^ many rare si^ecimens, and all admirably grown;
W.C. Strong: CutFlowers; Hovey «& Co.: Cut Flowers, a full collection of
Herbaceous Peonies, and another of Spring Herbaceous Plants; Geo.
Craft, J. A. Kenriek aad II. Yandine: each a display of Cut Flowers;
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J. McTear: Cut Flowers, Lilium auratum, Ipomea tricolor elegantis-
sima, and eighty varieties of Hardy Herbaceous Plants; H. II. Ilunne-
well: thirty varieties Khododendrons, and twenty of PeriDctual Koses;
J. W. Brooks: six Fuchsias, very large, uniformly pyramidal, well
grown, and literally covered with bloom; Miss S. C. Westgate, Mrs. C.
B. Chase, Mrs. E. M. Gill, Miss A. C. Kenrick and Miss S. W. Story:
each a Basket.
June 27Tn and 28th. Eose Show.
Messrs. Hovey & Co. : Koses in Classes one, four and five, Paisley
Pinks, Sweet Williams, Herbaceous Peonies, English Iris, six Fancy
and six Show Pelargoniums, Delphiniums, and a sjilendid achievement
in the way of hybridization of the Lilium lancifolium with the auratum.
This combined all the good qualities of the former with the size of the
latter. J. C. Chaffln: Roses in Classes one, three and seven, and one Hand
Bouquet; J.Nugent: Roses in Classes two, four and six; J. McTear: Roses
in Classes two, four, five and six, Paisley Pinks, Sweet Williams, and a
IDair of Hand Bouquets; W. C. Strong: Roses in Classes two, three and
seven, Paisley Pinks and Cut Flowers; F. Parkman: Roses in Classes
two, five and seven. Seedling Delphiniums and Cut Flowers; M. P.
Wilder: Roses in Class five; J. French: Roses in Class seven. Paisley
Pinks, and eighteen Ornamental Foliaged Plants; Mrs. T. W. Ward:
Roses in Class seven, and seven pots of Gloxinias grown to perfection;
H. H. Hunnewell : Roses in Class seven. Sweet Williams, and a rare col-
lection of Cut Flowers; George Craft: Sweet Williams, and a display of
Cut Flowers; John Parker, J. G. Chandler and N". Washburn: each a
stand of Sweet AVilliams; Mrs. C. B. Chase, Mrs. E. M. Gill, Miss S. C.
Westgate and Miss S. W. Story: each a Basket; J. McTear: a pair of
Hand Bouquets; Hovey & Co.: a pair of Parlor ditto; and J. E. West-
gate: a pair each of Hand and Parlor; J. A. Ivenrick: Magnolia mac-
rophylla, and a collection of Cut Flowers ; J. W. Brooks : two Fuchsias
of merit nearly equal to those of the week previous; J. W. Underwood:
a rich display of seedling Paisley Pinks; Miss M. E. Carter and Miss
E. M. Harris: each an interesting array of I'I'atives; C. J. Power: a
miscellaneous collection of Pot Plants; The Chairman; Salvia argentea,
Stipa pennata, and a Hemerocallis, that still wants a name.
July 11. J. McTear: ten varieties Summer Phlox, a pair of Hand
Bouquets, and a collection of Summer Herbaceous Plants; F. Parkman:
a display of Cut Flowers, Clematis Jackmanii, intensely blue, probably
a seedling of the C. azurea grandiflora, with one of the deep varieties of
the Viticella, and a vase of Lilies, among which were aurantiacum, can-
didum, atrosanguineum and Canadense; J. E. Westgate: Cut Flow-
ers; W. C. Strong: Cut Flowers, and a collection of Perpetual Roses,
many of them new and meritorious; Mrs. C. B.Chase, Mrs. E. M. Gill,
Miss S. C. Westgate, Miss A. C. Kenrick, Miss S. W. Story and Miss A-
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C.Wheeler: each a Basket; ^Y. C. Harding, J. F. Eogers and J. F. C.
Hyde: each a collection of Picotees. The last named were seedlings
from the Sophia, showing great diversity of marking, and some of them
fully equal to the best imported varieties, in both form and color. Mrs.
T. W. Ward: Carnations, Picotees, and two large dishes of rare Exotics;
Sumner Downe: three stalks of Lilium candidum, six feet high and
averaging fifteen blooms each; E. A. Story and H. Vandine: each a
display of Cut Flowers; Miss M. E. Carter, Miss E. M. Harris and
Miss Martha Ware: each made interesting displays of Natives;
Parker: brought a variety of Kalmia latifolia, found upon the line of
the Worcester Kailroad, town not ascertained. This was very deeply
and distinctly crimped and pitted, and clearly margined with a brownish
red, somewhat resembling a Paisley Pink, entirely new and unique.
What the hj'bridization is from, is a mystery.
July 18. W. C. Strong: a collection of Cut Flowers; F. Parkman:
Cut Flowers, Hollyhocks and Clematis rubra violacea; J. E. Westgate:
Cut Flowers; J.French: Carnations and Picotees; J. McTear: Carna-
tions, Picotees and Cut Flowers; Hovey & Co.: a seedling Cactus, seed-
ling Verbenas and Calluna vulgaris, the " i^ative Heath " of Tewks-
bury notoriety. Native or exotic it is worthy a place in all good collec-
tions of hardy shrubs. J. F. C. Hyde, Samuel Sweetser and C. J. Power:
each made good displays of Carnations and Picotees; H. H. Westgate:
a pair of Hand Bouquets; Mrs. C. B. Chase, Miss A. C. Kenrick, Miss
S. W. Story and Miss S. C. Westgate: each a Basket; Miss E. M. Harris
and Miss M. E. Carter: each a stand of seasonable Natives.
July 25. W. C. Strong and F. Parkman: each a collection of Cut
Flowers; Hovey & Co.: a collection of Cut Flowers, one of Summer
Herbaceous Plants, and Antirrhinum fl. pi., new and eftective as a border
flower; H. H. Westgate: a collection of Cut Flowers and a pair of Hand
Bouquets; Joseph Breck: a collection of Cut Flowers; J. McTear: a
collection of Summer Herbaceous ; Mrs. Chase, Mrs. Gill, Miss H. G.
Dunklee, Miss Kenrick and Miss AVestgate: each a Basket; Miss B.
Dunklee: a vase of Lathyrus latifolius albus, a fitting companion to the
oldroseus; Thos. Smallwood: a stand of Hollyhocks ; Mrs. T. W. Ward:
two dishes of elegant Exotics, and vases of Torenia Asiatica, Roupella
grata, Allamanda grandiflora and GardeniaFortunii. The Misses Harris
and Carter each made admirable collections of Natives.
August 1. F. Parkman, J. McTear, Hovey & Co. and C. B. Brig-
ham: each a display of Cut Flowers; J. E. Westgate: Parlor and Hand
Bouquets; E. Wason: a sturdy plant of Hydrangea hortensia, in profuse
bloom; Thos. Smallwood: Hollyhocks; Miss Carter: Natives; and Mrs.
Chase, Mrs. Gill and Miss Kenrick: each a Basket.
August 8. F. Parkman: Summer Phloxes and Cut Flowers; J. Mc-
Tear: Summer Phloxes and Summer Herbaceous; W. C. Strong: Sum-
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mer Phloxes and Cut Flowers; Hovey & Co.: Summer Herbaceous and
Cut Flowers; H, H. Westgate: Cut Flowers; Geo. Craft: Cut Flowers;
"Wm. Carnes: Seedling Verbenas of good promise; Mrs. E. A. Story,
Mrs. C. B. Chase, Miss A. C. Kenrick and J. E. Westgate: each a
Basket; Mrs. Ward: four dishes and four vases of rare Exotics, em-
bracing two varieties of Allamanda, Rondeletia speciosa, Stephanotus
floribundus, Combretum purpureum, Tabernsemontana coronaria and
Koupella grata. Natives were contributed by Miss Harris, Miss Carter
and another votary of the science, in the person of Miss Lizzie M. Strong
of Auburndale.
August 15. The competitors for the prizes for Balsams were J. Nu-
gent and J. E. Westgate. For Petunias, A. McLaren, Geo. L. Stearns
and J. McTear. Hovey & Co., J. E. Westgate, J. McTear and O. H.
Peck: each a stand of Cut Flowers; Mrs. Chase, Mrs. Gill, Mrs. Story,
Miss kenrick and Miss Westgate: each a Basket; J. McTear: a spike
of Crocosmia aurea, somewhat resembling the Ixia, but larger and more
showy. One of the most beautiful and useful of Annuals the Didiscus
cseruleus, by E. S. Rand, Jr.; Messrs. Hovey & Co.: Abronia fra-
rans, in umbels of pure white, expanding at nightfall, very fragrant, and
hardy in light soil.
August 22. Cut Flowers, by W. C. Strong, Geo. Craft, J. McTear,
J. E. Westgate, C. B. Brigham, N. Washburn, R. S. S. Andros, O. H.
Peck, H. Vandine and Mrs. E. S. Joyce; Baskets, by Mrs. S. N. Brad-
bury, Mrs. E. M. Gill, Mrs. E. A. Story, Miss Westgate, Miss Eussell
and Miss Wheeler; Summer Herbaceous, by Hovey & Co. and J. Mc-
Tear; J. E. Westgate: a pair each of Hand and Parlor Bouquets; Miss
Cartel-, Miss Strong and Miss Ware: each a large collection of Natives.
The last named lady arranged a dish of Ferns, Mosses and Fungi, which
attracted much attention and furnished study for the scientific. M. P.
Wilder: a display of Asters and seedling Lilium lancifolium; W. C.
Strong: a gorgeous array of Gladiolus; Mrs. Ward made one of her very
best displays of rare Exotics.
August 29. W. C. Strong: Gladiolus in Class one, Stocks, Verbenas
and Cut Flowers; J. McTear: Gladiolus in class two. Seedling Gladio-
lus, Asters in Class two, and Verbenas; Geo. Craft: Gladiolus in Classes
two and four; F. Parkman: Gladiolus in Class four, and Seedlings, also
Cut Flowers; J. Breck: Asters in Classes one and three; J. E. West-
gate: Asters in Class one, and Cut Flowers; A. McLaren: Asters in
Classes one and three, and Verbenas ; N. Washburn : Asters in Class
one; R. S. S. Andros: Asters in Classes one and three; J. Nugent: As-
ters in Class two, seedling Verbenas and a dish of Japan Lilies; Hovey
& Co.: Verbenas and Cut Flowers; J. W. Foster, G. L. Stearns and
Wm. Carnes: Seedling Verbenas; Mrs. Gill, Mrs. Joyce, Mrs. Story,
Miss Westgate, Miss Kenrick and Miss Wheeler: each a Basket, all
12 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
good; Miss "Ware, Miss Carter, Miss Strong and AV. T. Brigham: each
a large stand of Natives; Miss Strong: Mosses, Ferns and Fnngi, and
an interesting collection of Grasses. Miss Ware brought what was un-
doubtedly a Monotropa, yet it was not at once recognized as such, being
in color red and yellow, and so much resembling the Echeveria glauca
as to be readily mistaken for that. It was found at Auburndale, in the
usual habitat of the Monotropa, and on inspection presented all the
characteristics of it, except color.
September 5. Joseph Brack: Zinnias in Class one, Lillipiit Dahlias,
and a large and varied display of Asters, most excellent in quality;
Hovej' & Co.: Zinnias, in Class one, and the best Specimen Bloom; also
Cut Flowers, Asters, Japan Lilies and double Petunias; A. McLaren
and J. F. Eogere: each Zinnias, in Class one; J. McTear: Zinnias, in
Class two. Cut Flowers and a dwarf Antirrhinum, Tom Thumb, so com-
pact in habit as to be valuable for edgings; C. B. Brigham: Zinnias in
Class two, and Cut Flowers; Mrs. C. B. Chase, Mrs. J. L. D'Wolf,
Mrs. S. Joyce, Miss Kenrick, Miss Wheeler and Miss Story: each a
Basket. These have indicated an increased skill from the first of the
season, until now they can hardly be excelled. F. Parkman: Cut Flow-
ers and Seedling Gladiolus of a high order; J. E. Westgate: Cut Flow-
ers, Japan Lilies and a pair of Bouquets ; W. C. Strong : Cut Flowers,
embracing many Gladiolus and Tritoma uvaria; Geo. Craft: a large col-
lection of Gladiolus, mainly seedlings of such quality as defy foreign
growers; J. L. D'Wolf and O. II. Feck: each Cut Flowers; J. iN'ugent:
seedling Gladiolus and Japan Lilies; Joseph Jackson, of Dorchester: a
plant of Campanula pyramidalis, nine feet high with thousands of blos-
soms; E. S. Rand, Jr.: Gaultheria Shallon, and three dishes of Japan
Lilies, all seedlings, and all good; Miss Ware: Ferns and Fungi; Miss
Harris and Miss Strong: Natives; Miss Susan Sanborn, of Rochester,
N. H.: Xymphea odorata, some pure white, and others various shades
of rose. AVe make further allusion to these hereafter.
ANXTJAL EXniBITIOK.
The contributors of twenty Greenhouse Plants were Messrs. Ilovey
& Co. and Jona. French. Ten Variegated leaved Plants, all hardy and
suitable for open culture, F. Parkman and Ilovey & Co.; eight Cala-
diums, Jona. French and Hovey & Co. ; twelve Ferns, J. French and
H. H. Hunnewell; six Ferns, Hovey & Co.; six Lycopods, Hovey &
Co. and II. II. Hunnewell; Specimen Plant, Hovey & Co. and H. H.
Hunnewell ; Specimen Variegated Plant, II, II. Hunnwcll and Hovey &
Co.; six Begonias, H. H. Hunnewell; Cut Flowers, W. C. Strong,
Hovey & Co., J. E. Westgate, F. Parkman, Jos. Breck, E. Flynn, J-
McTear, J. L. D'Wolf, O. H. Peck, E. Wason and Geo. Craft, the last
named, a mass of Gladiolus. Dahlias: C. J. Power, E. Flynn, Hovey &
FLOWER committee's REPORT. 13
Co., John Parker and B. D. Hill, Jr. Mr. Ilill's collection embraced
many varieties of the Lilliput, gems of the tribe. Bouquets: M. P.
Wilder, W. C. Strong, J. E. Westgate, Hovey & Co., Thos. Hooper, Jr.,
and others.
The large Yase Bouquets -vvere by J. E. Westgate, J. Xugent and
Hovey & Co., in a spirit of rivalry which redounded to tlie credit of the
exhibition.
The Baskets were by Miss S. C. Westgate, Mrs. C. B. Chase, Mrs. E.
M. Gill, Miss A. C. Wheeler, Miss A. C. Kenrick, Miss S. ^V. Story,
Miss S. A. Kussell, Mrs. S. Joyce, Miss A. G. Wright and J. L. D'Wolf.
The competition was brisk, and they were admirably kept or renewed
during the exhibition.
The Natives were by Miss M. E. Carter, Miss E. M. Strong, Miss
Martha Ware and James Barratt. In Mr. Barratt's collection we no-
ticed a Liatris which we had never before seen. Instead of the hitherto
universal purple, this was a dull drabish white, and otherwise resembled
the scariosa or spicata. James T. Ames, of Chicopee: a plant of Alo-
casia macrorhiza fol. var., from Ceylon, now for the first time exhibited
here. In habit it bears some resemblance to the Calla Ethiopica, and
more, perhaps, to a Caladium; strikingly marked, and very eflective.
Mr. HunneWell also showed a plant of the same, less advanced and there-
fore less showy, Geo. L. Stearns: a splendid spike of Hedychium Gard-
nerianum; Dexter Snow, of Chicopee: a choice selection of Verbenas
from his acres of that plant; E. Thieler: an endless variety of Immor-
telles, Grasses, &c.; C. M. Atkinson, of Mount Hope Cemetery: a beau-
tiful collection of Cut Flowers, well kept during the exhibition; H. II.
Hunnewell: one hundred species and varieties of Hardy Coniferte. This
collection was made up of all the most choice and valuable kinds known
to our growers, with many not yet fotmd elsewhere with us, and was
viewed with interest by all who take pleasure in ornamental evergreens.
Mrs. T. W. Ward: four varieties of AUamanda; L. Jenny, Jr., of Eair-
haven, had on exhibition a small specimen of a variety of Filbert, called
by him the Sicilian Nut, said to be hardy and quite ornamental. Its
fruit is certainly very pleasant to the taste. Messrs, Hovey & Co,
brought a small plant of Saxafraga tricolor, new with us, and a perfect
gem for hanging baskets.
In the account of this, as of the preceding exhibitions, we have not
attempted a full report, for that would occupy too much space, and we
can only hope that important interests will not suffer b}^ the omissions.
October 31, C, J, Power: two flowers of Dahlia Imperialis, This is
new with us this season, and probably Avill not be found to do its best
in the open border; yet its majestic habit and graceful foliage render
it an imposing plant; but when well grown in the conservatory, and
14 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
stiidded with a multitude of large, nearly white, pendent flowers, it is
exceedingly showy and beautiful.
I^ovember 14. J. W. Brooks: six Pompon Chrysanthemums, of bet-
ter quality than we have seen in the rooms for many years before. All
were very full and uniformly in bloom, and so well furnished with foli-
age as to allay all doubt as to the possibility of growing them fit for ex-
hibition.
Mr. Brooks also showed a general collection, but little, if any, inferior
to the others. We commend his example to others, and hope in future
to see, instead of one, many collections offered for the prizes.
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. 15
PEIZES AWARDED FOR PLANTS, FLOWERS AND BOU-
QUETS.
February 28,
Camellias. — For the best twelve named varieties of Cut Flow-
ers with foliage, to Hovey & Co., _ . .
For the next best, not awarded, . - . -
Epacris. — For the best six named varieties, in pots, not award-
ed, - - - - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, _ . - .
April 25.
Hyacinths. — For the best twelve named varieties, not award-
ed, --------
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
May 9.
Tulips. — For the best twenty flowers, not less than ten named
varieties, to Hovey & Co., . - . -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Narcissus. — For the best display, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
Opening of the Hall, May 2.3.
Greenhouse Plants. — For the best display of twelve vari-
eties, regard to be had to new and rare varieties, and well
grown specimens of named plants, to Jonathan French,
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Greenhouse Azaleas. — For the best six named varieties, in
pots, to Hovey & Co., . . - - .
For the next best, not awarded, _ > . -
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Pelargoniums. — For the best six named Show varieties, in
pots, to H. H. Hunnewell, - - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
For the best six named Fancy varieties, in pots, to Jonathan
French, 8 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 5 00
For the best six named Zonal varieties, in pots, to W. C.
Strong, - - - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Heaths. — For the best six named varieties, in pots, not award-
ed, 6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
$5 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
4 00
2 00
4 00
2 00
4 00
2 00
15 00
12 00
9 00
10 00
5 00
8 00
8 00
5 00
16 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Specimex Plant. — Kcgarcl being had to new and rare vari-
eties.
For the best specimen plant, of a kind for which no special
prize is ofiered, to H. II. Hunnewell, - - - $6 00
For the next best, to C. J. Power, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Cinerarias. — For the best six named varieties, not awarded, 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Calceolarias. — For the best six varieties, not awarded, - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Fuchsias. — For the best six named varieties, in pots, not award-
ed, 8 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 6 00
Gloxinias. — For the best six named varieties, not awarded, - 8 00
For the next best, not aAvarded, - - - - 6 00
ACHIMENES. — For the best six named varieties, not awarded, - 6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
Pansies. — For the best six distinct varieties, in pots, not award-
ed, - 5 00
For the next best, not aAvarded, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to Ilovey & Co., - G 00
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, - - - 5 00
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Miss S. C.
Westgate, 3 00
For the next best, to Miss H. G. Dunklee, - - - 2 00
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, to J. E.
Westgate, - - - - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, to J. E. Westgate, - 3 00
• For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
May 30.
Hajbdy Azaleas. — For the best display of named varieties,
not awarded, - - - - - -8 00
For the next best, to H. II. Hunnewell, - - - 5 00
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 bottles, not
'awarded - - - - - - -4 00
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Miss C.
Westgate, 2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - - 1 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. 17
June 6.
Shrubby Peonies. — For the best six named varieties, to
. Hovey & Co., S5 00
For the next best, not awarded, . . - .
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
Khododendrons. — For the best display of named varieties, to
H. H. Hunnewell. ------
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Hardy Shrubs. — For the best display, to W. C. Strong,
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to F. Parkman, - - -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - .
Baskets. — For the best, to Miss S. C. Westgate,
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Kenrick, - - -
June 13.
Iris, (Tuberous varieties.) — For the best twenty named vari-
eties, to J. McTear, -----
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to F. Parkman, - - -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Baskets. — For the best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - -
For the next best, to Miss S. W. Story, - - -
June 20.
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to F. Parkman, - - -
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
Baskets. — For the best, to Miss S. C. "Westgate,
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - -
Spring Herbaceous Plants. — For the largest and best dis-
plays of named species and varieties, exhibited April 4th,
May 2d and 23d, June 6th and 20th, — prize to be awarded
June 20th, not awarded, - - - - - 10 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 8 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 6 00
Rose Show, June 27 and 28.
Class I.
Hardy June Roses. — For the best twenty distinct named va-
rieties, to Hovey & Co., - - - - - 6 00
For the next best, to J. C. Chaffin, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
2
4 00
3 00
8 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
18 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Class II.
For the best ten distinct named varieties, to J. McTear,
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - -- -
For the next best, to J. Nugent, . - - .
Class III.
Hardy Perpetual Eoses. — For the best twenty distinct
named varieties, to J. C. Chaflfin, ...
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - -
For the next best, to "W. C. Strong, - - - -
Class IV.
For the best ten distinct named varieties, to Hovey & Co., -
For the next best, to J. iNTugent, - . . .
For the next best, to J. McTear, . . - -
Class V.
Moss Roses. — For the best display of not less than ten named
varieties, to Hovey So Co., -----
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - -
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - . -
Note. — In this class clusters of buds are admissible.
Class VI.
Tender Roses. — For the best display of not less than ten
named varieties, to J. McTear, . - . -
For the next best, to J. Nugent, . - . -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
Class VII.
Roses. — For the best general display, to W. C. Strong,
For the next best, to J. C. Chaffin, - - - -
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - -
Sweet Williams. — For the best thirty trusses, not less than
ten distinct A"arieties, to H. H. Hunnewell,
For the next best, to J. McTear, . - - .
Paisley Pinks. — For the best sixty blooms, not less than five
named varieties, exhibited in bunches of three of the same
variety, to Jona. French, -----
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - -
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, to J. E.
Westgate, -------
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, to J. McTear, -
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, . . -
Herbaceous Peonies. — For the best ten named varieties, to
Hovey & Co., ..----
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
13 00
2 00
1 00
6 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. 19
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to H. II. Hunnewell, - S4 00
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to W. C. Strong:, - - - - 2 00
Baskets. — For the best display, to Miss S. C. Westgate, - 2 00
For the next best, to Miss S. W. Story, - - - 1 00
Delphixiums. — For the best display, not awarded, - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - - 2 00
July 11.
Summer Phloxes. — For the best ten distinct named varieties,
to J. McTear, --....
For the next best, not awarded. . . _ .
For the next best, not awarded, - - _ -
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, not award-
ed, -------_
For the next best, not awarded, . . _ .
For the best pair of Hand Boiiquets, to J. McTear, -
For the next best, not awarded, - . . .
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to F. Parkman,
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, . . .
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - -
Baskets. — For the best display, to Miss S. C. "Westgate,
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, . . .
July 18.
Carxatioxs. — For the best thirty flowers, not less than ten
named varieties, not awarded, . . . .
For the next best, to Jona French, - - - -
For the next best, to J. McTear, . . . _
Picotees. — For the best thirty flowers, not less than ten named
varieties, not awarded, . . . . -
For the next best, to J. McTear, ....
For the next best, to Jona. French, ... -
Cut Flow^ers. — For the best display, to W. C. Strong,
For the next best, to F. Pai-kman, . - - -
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, - _ .
Baskets. — For the best display, to Miss A. C. Kenrick,
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - . _
July 2.5.
Cut Floavers.— For the best display, to F. Parkman,
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Baskets.— For the best display, to Miss S. C. Westgate,
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Kenrick, ...
4 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
20 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
August 1.
Hollyhocks. — For the best ten distinct varieties in spikes, not
awarded, ^4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Parlor Bouquets. — For the best pair, to J. E. Westgate, - 2 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 1 00
Hand Bouquets. — For the best pair, to J. E. Westgate, - 2 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 1 00
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to F. Parkman, - - 4 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not aM'arded, - - - - 2 00
Baskets. — For the best display, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - 2 00
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Kenrick, - - - 1 00
August 8.
Phloxes. — For the best ten distinct named varieties, to J, Mc-
Tear, 5 00
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - - 3 00
For the best Seedling, the Society's Silver Medal, not awarded.
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to W. C. Strong, - 4 00
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - - 2 00
Baskets. — For the best display, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - 2 00
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, - - - 1 00
August 15.
Petunias. — For the best collection of named varieties, thirty
flowers, to Geo. L. Stearns, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - - - 2 00
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - - 1 00
Balsams. — For the best twelve spikes, not awarded, - - 3 00
For the next best, to J. Nugent, - - - - 2 00
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, - - - 1 00
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to Hovey & Co., - 4 00
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Baskets. — For the best display, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - 2 00
For the next best, to Miss S. C. Westgate, - - - 1 00
August 22.
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to W. C. Strong, - 4 00
For the next best, to Geo. Craft, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, - - - 1 00
Baskets.— For the best display, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, - - 2 00
For the next best, to Miss S. C. Westgate, - - - 1 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. 21
Summer Herbaceous Plants. — For the largest and best
displays of named species and varieties, exhibited July
11th and 25th, August 8th and 22d, — prize to be awarded
August22d, to J. McTear, $10 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - - 8 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 6 00
August 29.
Class I.
Gladiolus. — For the best twenty named varieties, in spikes, to
W. C. Strong, 6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - . _ -
For the next best, not awarded, - _ _ .
For the next best, not awarded, . _ . -
Class II.
For the best ten named varieties, in spikes, to J. McTear,
For the next best, to Geo. Craft, - _ - .
For the next best, not awarded, - _ . .
Class III.
For the best display of named varieties, in bunches of four
spikes, of one variety in each bunch, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, _ - - -
For the next best, not awarded, ... -
For the best single specimen spike, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
For the next best, not awarded, . _ - -
Class IV.
For the best display of named or unnamed varieties, to Geo.
Craft,
For the next best, to F. Parkman, ....
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
For the best Seedling of the season, the Society's Silver Med-
al, to F. Parkman.
For the next best, the Society's Bronze Medal, not awarded.
Class I.
Asters. — For ths best thirty flowers, not less than ten vari-
eties, to J. Breck, - - - - - -5 00
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to :Nr. Washburn, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to K. S. S. Andros, - - - 2 00
Class II.
For the best twenty flowers, not less than eight varieties, to
J. McTear, 3 00
For the next best, to J. Nugent, - - - - 2 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 1 00
5 00
4 00
8 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
8 00
5 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
6 00
4 00
2 00
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MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Class III.
POMPOXS. — For the best sixty blooms, not less than six vari-
eties, in bunches of three of the same variety, to Joseph
Breck, _-.....
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - -
Verbexas. — For the best named collection of sixty trusses,
twenty varieties, in bunches of three of the same varietj-,
to A. McLaren, _--_.-
For the next best, to J. McTear, . . - .
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - -
For the best new Seedling Avith foliage, the Societj^'s Silver
Medal, not awarded.
Stocks. — For the best display, not less than six varieties, to "W.
C. Strong, -------
For the next best, not awarded, . . . _
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to F. Parkman,
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - -
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, . - -
Baskets.— For the best display, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, -
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Kenrick, - - -
September 5.
Class I.
Double Zinnias. — For the best thirty flowers, not less than
six varieties, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the next best, to J. F. Rogers, - - - -
Class II.
For the best twenty flowers, not less than four varieties, to J.
McTear,
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, - - .
For the best specimen bloom, to Hovey & Co.,
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to F. Parkman,
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - -
For the next best, to Geo. Craft, . - - -
Baskets. — For the best display, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, -
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Kenrick, - - -
Annual Exhibition, September 18 to 21.
Plants in Pots.
Greenhouse Plants. — For the best twenty greenhouse and
stove plants, of different varieties, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, to Jona. French, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
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3 00
2 00
4 00
8 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
5
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3 00
2
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1
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4 00
3 00
2
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2
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1
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20 00
15 00
10 00
f 10 OU
8 00
6 00
5 00
3 00
8 00
5 00
8 00
6 00
5 00
3 00
5 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. 23
Variegated leaved Plants. — For the best ten varieties,
not offered in the collection of greenhouse plants, to
Hovey & Co., ..._--
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, _ . - .
Variegated Plant. — For the best single specimen not of-
fered in any collection, to H. H. Hunnewell,
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
Caladiums. — For the best eight named varieties, to Jona.
French, ...-..-
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
Ferns. — For the best twelve named varieties, to Jona. French,
For the next best, to H. H. Hunnewell, - . -
For the best six named varieties, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
Lycopods. — For the best six named varieties, to Hovey &
Co.,
For the next best, to H. H. Hunnewell, . - -
Marantas. — For the best six named varieties, not awarded, -
For the next best, not awarded, . - . -
Begonias. — For the best six named varieties, to H. H. Hun-
newell, - • 5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Plants in Bloom. — For the best six varieties, in pots, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Specimen Plant. — For the best, not variegated, of a kind
for which no special i^rize is offered, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, - . . .
For the next best, not awarded, - . . -
Cut Floavers. — For the best display, and best kept during
the exhibition, to W. C. Strong, - - - -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, ...
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - -
For the next best, to Jos. Breck, . - - -
For the next best, to Edward Flynn, - - .
For the next best, to J. McTear, - . . .
Dahlias. — Prizes awarded the first day of the Annual Exhibition.
For the best twenty-four named varieties, to C. J. Power,
For the next best, to Edward Flynn,
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - -
For the best twelve named varieties, to John Parker,
8 00
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4 00
3 00
16 00
14 00
12 00
10 00
8 00
6 00
4 00
L.
5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
24 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
For the next best, to B. D. Hill, Jr., - - - S2 00
For the next best, to EdAvard Flynn, ...
For the best specimen bloom, to John Parker,
Dahlias. — Prizes awarded the third day of the exhibition.
For the best twenty-four named varieties, to C. J. Power,
For the next best, not awarded, . _ - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For the best twelve named varieties, to C. J. Power, -
For the next best, to John Parker, - -
For the next best, to B. D. Hill, Jr.,
For the best specimen bloom, to C. J. Power, - - -
For the best display during the exhibition, to C. J. Power, -
For the next best, to Edward Flynn, . . .
For the next best, to B. D. Hill, Jr., ...
Parlor Bouquets. — For the best pair, exhibited on Tuesday,
to M. P. Wilder,
For the next best, to TV. C. Strong, . - - -
Hand Bouquets. — For the best pair, on Tuesday, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, . . - .
Parlor Bouquets. — For the best pair, exhibited on Wednes-
day, to W. C. Strong, . - - . -
For the next best, not awarded, - - * -
Hand Bouquets. — For the best pair, exhibited on Wednes-
day, to Hovey & Co., . . - - -
For the next best, to Thos. Hooper, . - - -
Parlor Bouquets. — For the best pair, exhibited on Thurs-
day, not awarded, ------
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Hand Bouquets. — For the best pair, exhibited on Thursday,
to Hovey & Co., ------
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Large Bouquets. — For the best pair, suitable for the Brad-
lee or Jones Vases, and best kept during the exhibition, to
J. E. Westgate, ...---
For the next best, to J. Xugent, - - * -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged and best kept
during the exhibition, to Miss S. C. Westgate,
For the next best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, . - -
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - -
November 15.
Chrysantheums. — Best six varieties, in pots, not awarded, -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the best six Pompons, in pots, to J. W. Brooks, -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
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5 00
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3 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
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3 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
12 00
8 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
10 00
6 00
10 00
6 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. 25
DURING THE SEASOK
Lilies. — For the best display of the season, not awarded, - .f 6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Delphiniums. — For the best Seedling during the season, the
Society's Silver Medal, not awarded.
For the next best, the Society's Bronze Medal, not awarded.
26 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
GRATUITIES AWARDED AT AVEEKLY EXHIBITIONS.
Jaxuaky 20.
Jona. French, fin- Camellias, . _ . _
Feukitaky 24.
J. McTear, for Iris reticulata, . - . .
February 28.
Hove}- & Co., for Camellias, - . . -
April 25.
James Xugent, for Ih-acinths, - - . -
May 16.
Walker & Co., for Tulips,
Opening of the Hall, May 23.
Miss B. Duncklee, for Basket, - . - .
" A. C. Wheeler, do. - - - -
Mrs. C. B. Chase, do. . - - -
F. Parkman, for Aquilegia glaudulosa, - - -
J. McTear, for O rnithogalum conicuiii, ...
J. A. Kenrick, for Hardy Azaleas, . - -
C. J. Power, for Pot Plants, ....
Joseph Breck, for Tulips, - . - - -
May 30.
Miss S. W. Story, for Basket, - . - -
" A. C. Kenrick, do. . . - .
J. A. Kenrick, for Azaleas and Shrubs, - - -
Miss M. E. Carter, for Natives, - - - -
H. Yandine, for Displaj-, - - - - -
F. Parkman, for Clematis azurea, ...
June 6,
James Nugent, for Display, . . - -
J. A. Kenrick, do. . - . - .
H. Yandine, do. - -
Miss E. M. Harris, for Display and Natives,
Hovey & Co., for Rhododendrons and Azaleas, -
Jona. French, for Pelargoniums, . - - -
Thos. Smalhvood, for Cypripediuin and Sarraceuia,
June 13.
Jona. French, for Pelargoniums, &c., - - -
H. Yandine, for Display, - - - - -
Miss M. E. Carter, for Natives, . - - -
$1 00
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2 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. 27
Miss E. M. Harris, for Natives and Display,
J. McTear, for Display, - . - - -
JuxE 20.
Ilovey & Co., for Spring IIer])aceons, through the season,
J. McTear, do. do. do.
Geo. Craft, for Display, . - - - -
H. Vandine, do. . - - - -
J. A. Kenrick, do. . _ - . -
J. McTear, do.
Herbert H. Westgate, for Bouquet, . - .
Hovey & Co., for Peonies, . . - .
J. McTear, for Lilium auratuni, - - - -
F. Parkman, for Koses, . - - - -
J. W. Brooks, for six Fuchsias, - - - -
II. H. Hunnewell, for Rhododendrons and Roses,
Miss E. M. Harris, for Natives and Display,
June 27.
J. G. Chandler, for Hand Bouquet, ...
J. A. Kenrick, for Magnolia niacrophylla,
E. W. BusAvell, for Novelties, . . - -
Washburn & Co., for Bouquet and Basket,
Hovey & Co., for twelve Pelargoniums, - . -
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for seven Gloxinias, - . -
J. W. Brooks, for two Fuchsias, - . - -
Jona French, for Pot Plants, . . - .
J. G. Chandler, for Sweet Williams, . _ -
N. Washburn, do. do. ...
Geo. Craft, for Sweet Williams and Display,
H. Vandine, for Display, - - - - -
Miss M. E. Carter, for Natives, . . - -
J. A. Kenrick, for Display, . _ . -
F. Parkman, for Delphiniums, . - . -
W. J. Underwood, for Paisley Pinks, . - -
Hovey & Co., for English Iris, . - - -
Mrs. E. T. Farrington, for Roses, - - -
Hovey & Co., for Phlomis abassicus, - - .
Miss E. M. Harris, for Natives and Display,
W. C. Harding, for Display, . - - -
Chas. Burchard, for Bouquet, . . - -
C. J. Power, for Wai'dian case and Pot Plants, -
John Dunklee, for Display, . . - .
John Galvin, for Bouquet, ....
W. C. vStrong, for Roses and Cut Flowers,
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Roses, ... -
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1 00
5 00
5 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
5 00
8 00
2 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
5 00
7 00
3 00
10 00
1 00
1 00
4 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
5 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
1 00
28 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Jona. French, for Cut Flowers, - - - - - S3 00
J. McTear, do. do. . . - . .
Hovey & Co., do. do. - - - - .
F. Parkman, do. do. - - . - .
Geo. Craft, do. do. - - - - -
Miss E. M. Harris, do. - - - - -
Miss A. C. Ivenrick, for Basket, - - - . .
Miss S. W. Story, do. - - ' -
Mrs. E. M. Gill, do.
July 11.
W. C. Harding, for Pinks, . - - . .
J. F. Eogers, do. . - . . -
J. F. C. Hyde, do.
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket, . - . .
" S. W. Story, do. ....
" A. C. Wheeler, do. .....
Mrs. E. M. Gill, do. - - - - -
" T. W. Ward, for Kara Exotics, . . - .
'' " " Pinks, . - . - .
Snmner Downe, for Lilium candidum, ....
E. A. Story, for Display, --.---
H. Yandine, do. ..-..-
Miss M. E. Carter, for jSTatives, - - . - .
" E. M. Harris, do.
" Martha Ware, do. .....
F. Parkman, for Clematis .Jackmani, 1st Class Certificate of
Merit.
July 18.
J. F. C. Hyde, for Pinks, .--.--
Saml. Sweetser, do. ...--.
C. J. Power, do. -
Miss E. M. Harris, for Is'atives, - . - . -
" M. E. Carter, do. .....
" S. W. Story, for Basket, . - . . -
" S. C. Westgate, do. .....
Hovey & Co., for Seedling Cactus, . . . .
Mrs. C. B. Chase, for Vase of Oleander, ....
H. H. Westgate, for Hand Bonqnets, . . . -
F. Parkman, for Vase of Hollyhocks, . . . -
J. McTear, for Display, ......
July 25.
Miss E. M. Harris, for Natives, .....
'' M. E. Carter, do. .....
Hovey & Co., for Display, - _ - - -
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2 00
4 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
5 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
5 00
4 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS.
29
H. H. Westgate, for Display.
Jos. Breck, do. -
Mrs. T. W, Ward, for Exotics, -
" C. B. Chase, for Basket,
" E. M. Gill, do.
Miss H. G. Dnncklee, do.
" B. Duncklee, for Lathyrus latifolius alba,
August 1.
Miss M. E. Carter, for Natives, -
Elbridge Wason, for Hydrangea hortensia,
C. B. Brigham, for Display,
Thos. Sinallwood, for Hollyhocks,
Mrs. E. M. Gill, for Basket,
J. McTear, for Display, - - -
August 8.
Mrs. E. A. Story, for Basket,
Miss A. C. Kenrick, do.
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Rare Exotics,
Miss M. E. Carter, for Natives, -
" Lizzie M. Sti'ong, do.
" E. M. Harris, do.
Geo. Craft, for Display, - - -
H. H. Westgate, do. -
August 15.
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket, -
Mrs. E. A. Story, do.
" E. M. Gill, do.
J. McTear, for Display, - - -
O. H. Peck, do. . - -
J. E. Westgate, for Table Bouquets,
Miss M. E. Carter, for Natives, -
" L. M. Strong, do.
W. C. Harding, for Petunias,
A. McLaren, for Verbenas and Petunias,
J. McTear, for Crocosmia aurea, -
August 22.
Mrs. S. N. Bradley, for Basket, -
Miss A. C. Wheeler, do.
" S. A. Russell, do.
Mrs. E. A. Story, do.
" T. W. Ward, for Rare Exotics,
J. E. Westgate, for two pairs Bouquets, -
C. B. Brigham, for Display,
O. H. Peck, do.
SI 00
1 00
5 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
5 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
4 00
2 00
1 00
30 M.VSS.VCHDSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
J. McTear, for Display, ^1 00
Mrs. S. Joyce, do. - - - - - 2 00
M. P. Wilder, for Asters and Lilies, - - - . 2 00
W. C. Strong', for Gladiolus, - - - - - 5 00
N. Washburn, for Asters, - - - - - 1 00
Miss M. E. Carter, for Natives, - - - - - 2 00
" L. M. Strong, do. - . . . . 3 OO
" M. Ware, for Natives, Mosses and Fungi, - - - 3 00
Septembkr o.
Joseph Jackson, for Campanula ])yraniidalis, the Societj-'s Sil-
ver Medal.
AxxixAL Exhibition.
O. ir. Peck, for Display, 3 00
E. Wason, do. ... - . - 3 00
J. L. D^Wolf, do. ------ 2 00
John Parker, for Display of Dahlias, - - - - 2 00
Ilovey & Co., for Pair Vase Bouquets, - - - - 6 00
Miss A. C. Wheeler, for Basket, - - - - - 2 00
" A. C. Kenrick, do. - - - - - 2 00
" S. W. Story, do. - - - - - 2 00
" A. G. Wright, do. 1 00
Mrs. Joyce, do. - - - - - 2 00
J. L. D^Wolf, do. - - - ' - - 2 00
Miss S. A. Kussell, do. - . - - - 1 00
A. McDermott, for Table Bouquet, - - - - 1 00
G. L. Stearns, for Hedychiuni Gal'dneranuni, - - - 1 00
James T. Ames, for Alocasia macrorhiza, - - - 3 00
Dexter Snow, for Seedling Verbenas, - - - - 2 00
Mrs. C. B. Chase, for Wreath, 1 00
W. C. Strong, for Collection Greenhouse Plants, - - 10 00
F. Thieler, for Immortelles, - - - - - 5 00
Miss Martha Ware, for Ferns, Fungi and Natives, - - 4 00
" E. M. Strong, for Natives, 5 00
" M. E. Carter, do. - - - - - 4 00
George Craft, for Dis2)lay of Gladiolus, - - - - 8 00
II, II. Hunnewell, for 100 Species and Varieties of Coniferie, - 5 00
J. H. Adams, for Display, - - - - - 1 00
James Barratt, for Liatris scariosa var., - - - - 1 00
Mrs. Wm. Kenrick, for Design, - - - - - 1 00
" R. E. Crossett, for Ferns and Mosses, - - - 1 00
A. Butler, for Orange Tree, - - - - - 2 00
Hovey & Co., for Collection Greenhouse Plants, - - 5 00
Miss S. A. Russell, for Basket and Bouquet, - - 2 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS.
31
Mrs. Brown, of "Waltham, for Design,
G. Ct. Hubbard, for Seedling Geraniums,
Ilovey & Co., for Polianthes tuberosa, - - -
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Allamanda, four var.,
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for "Wreath, - - - -
Mrs. E. M. Gill, do. . - . .
II. H. Ilalliday, for Wardian Case, . . -
B. D. Hill, Jr., for Lilliput Dahlias,
Miss E. M. Harris, for Fringed Gentian,
J. E. Westgate, for Basket, . . - .
J. L. D'Wolf, for Basket additional,
Mrs. A. Pierce, for Design, - . - .
W. C. Strong, for one Yase Bouquet, ...
XOVEMBER 14.
J. "W. Brooks, for Chrysanthemums,
The amount of .$1,234 has been aAvardcd in Prizes and
during the year, to the following persons : —
SI 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
6 00
Hovey & Co., - - S219 00
Jona. French, - - 90 00
J. McTear, - - 91 00
James Nugent, - - 21 00
H. H. Hunnewell, - 60 00
W. C. Strong, - - 112 00
Walker & Co., - - 2 00
C. J. Power, - - 31 00
J. E. Westgatc, - - 65 00
Miss S. C. Westgate, - 22 00
Miss H. G. Duncklee, - 3 00
Mrs. C. B. Chase, - 20 00
F. Parkman, - - 93 00
Miss A. C. Ivenrick, - 15 00
Miss B. Duncklee, - 2 00
Miss A. C. Wheeler, - 5 00
J. A. Kenrick, - - 9 00
Jos. Breck, - - 19 00
Miss S. W. Story, - 8 00
Miss M. E. Carter, - 23 00
H. Yandine, - - 6 00
Miss E. M. Harris, - 22 00
Thos. Smallwood, - 2 00
Geo. Craft, - - 32 00
H. H. Westgate, - - 6 00
J. W. Brooks, -
John C. Chaffin, -
J. G. Chandler, -
E. W. Buswell, -
Washburn & Co.,
Mrs. T. W. Ward,
N. Washburn,
W. J. Underwood,
Mrs. E. T. Farrington,
W. C. Harding, -
Chas. Burchard, -
John Duncklee, -
John Galvin,
Mrs. E. M. Gill, -
J. F. Rogers
J. F. C. Hyde, -
Sumner Downe, -
E. A. Story,
Miss Martha Ware,
Saml. Sweetser, -
E. Wason,
C. B. Brigham, -
Mrs. E. A. Story,
Miss L. M. Strong,
Geo. L. Stearns, -
Gratuities,
- .S27 00
- 14 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
- 33 00
5 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
- 13 00
5 00
7 00
1 00
1 00
9 00
1 00
0 00
5 00
3 00
- 10 00
4 00
32 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY,
A. McLaren,
- 813 00
Mrs. Wm. Kenrick,
- $1 00
O. H. Peck,
6 00
" R. E. Crossett,
1 00
Mrs. S. X. Bradbury,
1 00
A. Butler,
2 00
Miss S. A. Russell,
4 00
Mrs. Brown,
1 00
Mrs. S. Joyce,
4 00
W. H. Halliday, -
2 00
M. P. Wilder, -
6 00
Mrs. A. Pierce, -
1 00
K. S. S. Andros, -
2 00
James T. Ames, -
3 00
Edward Flynn, -
- 15 00
Dexter Snow,
2 00
John Parker,
8 00
F. Thioler,
5 00
B. D. Hill, Jr., -
9 00
G. G. Hubbard, -
1 00
Thos. Hooper,
3 00
J. L. DWolf,
5 00
Amount awarded,
S1234 00
Miss A. G. Wright,
1 00
Balance uncxiDcnded,
66 00
A. McDermott, -
J. H. Adams,
1 00
1 00
Amount apin-opriated.
1300 00
James Barratt, -
1 00
The following awards were also made :
To Francis Parkman, for Clematis Jackmanii, a First Class Certifi-
cate of Merit.
To the same, for the best Seedling Gladiolus, the Society's Silver
Medal.
To Joseph Jackson, for a Avell grown plant of Campanula pyramid-
alis, the Society's Silver Medal.
To Messrs. Hovey & Co., for Seedling Lily, from the Lancifolium ru-
brum, hybridized with the auratum, the Society's Silver Medal.
As the exhibitions during a large part of the season are mainly of
those things which come within the line of our duties, and as we there-
fore feel ourselves more or less responsible for the character of the dis-
plays, and especially as we were in some measure instrumental in
changing the day fron Saturday to Wednesday, we have watched with
interest the progress of events. From the beginning of the year to the
opening show in May, it was evident that our contributors were unable
to at once forget the habit of so many years, and conform to the new
order of things, and we must confess that we sometimes feared a willing-
ness on the part of some to let the exhibitions flag, because of the change.
Prior to the opening, all contributions, on whatever day, were carefully
noticed. After that, with few exceptions, all came on the prescribed day.
The opening exhibition was considered a good one, and was well at-
tended. In short, the attendance through the season, with few excep-
tions which were attributable to unfavorable weather, was such as to
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indicate a fair degree of interest in our objects, on the part of the com-
munity. And yet, there is much need of improvement in that matter,
and it behooves us to seek its accomplishment. That some of the dis-
plays during the early part of the season were not such as we could wish,
was not a matter of surprise, inasmuch as the Flowering Shrubs and Her-
baceous Perennials were in some degree affected as were Fruit Trees, by
the severe drought of the preceding two summers ; and beside, the law
of supply and demand in the inarket operated against us. This last,
however, our Executive have sought to remedy in the future, by placing
at the disposal of the Committee, a sum more nearly equal to their re-
quirements.
It was thought best to make the Rose Show this year a fee-paying
one, and get it up on a corresponding scale. This was done. Contribu-
tions of a high order filled both Halls, and but for unpropitious weather,
it would have been (as it was in all other respects) financially successful.
As it resulted, the balance of expenditures over receipts, was less than
would have been the cost of such a show, free. The latter part of the
season our exhibitions were a series of triumphs, crowned by the an-
nual one, which was generally considered one of the best we have ever
held. The contributions to this, were limited only by the space devoted
to them, and they were almost universally of an excellent character.
Important featiires in our Weekly Exhibitions, which have lent them
such a charm and given to them much of the interest they have had, de-
serve more than a passing notice. First let us speak of the growing
taste for botany as manifested in the very full and frequent displays of
Native Plants and flowers, made by our young lady contributors.
The knowledge to enable and the taste to prompt them to make such
collections, the patience and skill displayed in the arrangement and
scientifically naming of so many specimens, are worthy of great com-
mendation and greater reward. We would suggest prizes hereafter, for
this branch of our shows, as the best means of fostering an interest of
so great value to all.
The result of oft'ering prizes instead of gratuities, has shown itself
very satisfactorily in the past few years, in the case of Baskets of
FLOVfERS. We have had upon our tables this year many specimens
that can hardly be excelled, and all would rank very high in the scale of
beauty. The money value of the prizes is small, to be sure; that cannot
' be the motive poAver; but the spirit of gentle rivalry which springs from
conpetition, added to the correct taste of our fair friends, has resulted
in giving us a standard high above that of our sister cities, and in form-
ing an important element in our success. The measure of praise
bestowed upon them is a fair index of the value set upon this branch of
our exhibitions. Lovers of the really beautiful in horticulture, have had
many opportunities this season to admire the frequent contributions of a
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lady, whose wealth and taste enable her to place npon our tables speci-
mens of Rare Exotics, which we seldom have the privilege otherwise
to enjoy. Everything which comes from her grounds is of the very
highest order, and grown to the utmost pei-fection. May she long con-
tinue to favor us in this direction. Another very important feature with
us, is the progress of artificial hybridization. Many of our grow-
ers are giving it much attention, and we are reaping glorious results.
AVe are now independent of the French in the Gladiolus, having pro-
duced very many of beauty equal to the best imported ones. They grow
freely from seed and give a sure return for tlie care bestowed upon them.
We have had this season, seedlings in endless variety, many of a de-
gree of beauty which, a few years ago, we had not even dreamed of see-
ing, come they from whatever source. So also of Pinks, Lilies, and a
variety of other things, which may teach us that nature's laws work as
unerringly in our hands as elsewhere. We fear that we have not given
the encouragement to this matter which its importance demands. Why
should not our people be willing to labor for the production of these
tilings, which yield so freely of interest and pleasure in their develop-
ment, rather than take them ready-made from abroad.
During last year prizes were offered for Herbaceous Perennials
exclusively as such. But as is too often the case, when specific days for
exhibition are not fixed, the displays were not uniformly good. This
3'ear the days for those of both S2:)ring and summer blooming were indi-
cated, and although contributors were few, yet the result has been more
satisfactory. It is hoped that this very important branch of floriculture
will become a more prominent feature in our future exhibitions.
On the 15th of August, we had presented to us a deep rose colored
Pond Lily, brought from Ilj-annis. It possessed all the beauties of
form, and the fragrance of the wdiite one, in fact, resembled it every way,
except in color. Our notice of it at the time, met the eye of a lady in
Rochester, X. II., who kindly sent us other specimens, in various shades
from deep rose to pure white. She assured us that the roots were a few
years ago taken from the Cocheco river, Avhere none other than white
were ever seen; that these were then also white; that afterward, these
gradually changed, until now the rose color predominates with her. If
these are cases of hybridization, the question arises, what with? and if a
flport, how shall we account for itV The subject is one worthy the atten-
tion of the scientific and curious in such matters.
As a whole, our exhibition season may be considered a successful one.
A good degree of unanimity has prevailed in the decisions of the Com-
mittee, which have been met by a cheerful acquiescence on the part of
contributors. Weekly reports have been prepared, and published by one
of our evening papers, which, if they had no further merit, served to
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«how to contributors that their efforts were appreciated, and to remind
the public of our objects.
In closing this Report, and the labors of the year, and in taking leave
of these duties, the Chairman would tender to the Society, and especially
to the contributors, his thanks for their generous forbearance, and to the
Committee, with whom he has long been associated, his heartfelt obliga-
tions for their prompt and efficient aid and cordial cooperation.
E. W. BUSWELL,
Chcdrman.
Approved,
J. C. HOVEY,
C. H. B. Breck,
James McTear,
r. Parkman,
Geo. Craft,
S. H. GiBBENS.
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EEPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OiN FRUITS,
For the Year 1860.
by jame3 f. c. hyde, chairman.
Time, in its rapid flight, has brought us to the close of another year,
reminding us that we owe a duty to the Society, in the way of a brief
summary of our doings as its Fruit Committee.
The past season has been very unlike the year previous. It has been
what we generally term a wet season ; a season very favorable for growth,
but not for ripening fruits; a good season to give size, but not to give the
highest quality.
"While, during a season of severe drought, we complain of the scarcity
of rain, when it comes, and that too so frequently as to wet and mildew,
to grow weeds in abundance, as to prevent our securing our crop of hay
in good condition, M'e again complain of the abundance of moisture, and
wish it were otherwise. Vegetables have flourished wonderfully under
the influence of plenty of rain, with some sunshine, but fruits have suf-
fered, certainly in the point of quality. There has been no necessity for
mulching, but more for thorough drainage. The strawberry flourishes
under a liberal supply of water, so that it has been remarked that noth-
ing can be done that will prove more beneficial to this crop than a free
use of the pump handle. The drought of the previous year was so se-
vere that the strawberry plants had made few runners, and those had
but a feeble hold upon the soil, and the winter following proving what is
generally called an open winter, the strawberry plants came out very
poorly in the spring. The crop consequently, notwithstanding the favor-
able weather of May and June, was a partial failure, and the fruit
brought high j^rices, and even where the plants appeared pretty well there
was little or no crop. We account largely for this from the tact of their
having suffered so much during the time of drought. Could the water
have been applied freely during the previous year, so that the plants
would not have suffered, there can be no doubt but fine croi)s of fruit
would have this j^ear rewarded the growers.
It should be our constant study to know what more can be done to
promote the cultivation of the strawberry, a luscious and healthful fruit
that ripens at a time when there are few other fruits. Year after year
we have endeavored to increase the interest of the members of our Soci-
ety in the culture of this delicious fruit, but while our neighbors at Bel-
mont have been eminently successful in securing an abundance of the
largest and best specimens at their exhibitions, we have nearly failed in
this respect, so much so the past season that we could not award some
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of the largest prizes offered for the strawloerry. ]Sro%y shall this continue
to be the case when our numbers have so increased and we are or ought
to be better able than formerly to produce this fruit? What can be done
to furnish our tables more abundantly? Shall we offer larger premiums
and in this way try to induce more of our members to enter upon the
cultivation of the strawberry in right good earnest, not only for their
own tables, but for exhibition?
We presume strawberries are grown to considerable extent by those
connected with this Society, but from indifference, or from the fact that
the fruit is not of the best quality', they refrain from exhibiting. Some
changes will be made in the Schedule of Prizes for the coming year, that
we hojie will have the effect to increase the number of contributors,
liovey & Co. take the lead in number of vax-ieties and quality of fruit.
If others can be induced to give the subject the attention it has received
at their hands we shall be able to excel in this fruit.
The whole number of contributors of this fruit the past season was
twelve. IIove3''s Seedling is still the best variety of its season. Jenny
Lind is a favorite early sort. La Constante has been gaining friends,
though we fear that for ordinary field culture it will ikx^ succeed. Brigh-
ton Pine still holds its place, especially among market gardeners. The
Buffalo Seedling and Eussell's Prolific are not valuable varieties. The
French Seedling is soft and poor and of no value as a market fruit.
Some fine specimens of the Agriculturist were shown by E. A. Brack-
ctt, of Winchester, who has been quite successful with this variety. In
point of quality, it is not up to our well known varieties, but may like
the Wilson, to which it is siiperior, be grown for market. It is a good
grower and bearer. The ^Monitor is a soft and worthless variety. The
Brooklyn Scarlet is acid, small or medium size, and of poor quality.
Hon. M. P. Wilder brought to our notice two seedlings raised by him,
from a cross between the Hovey Seedling and La Constante, partaking
of the good qualities of both those sorts; large, fine color, firm, excel-
lent fiavor, and if we mistake not, one or both promise to prove valua-
ble'acquisitions to our list of strawberries. The foliage is better than
that of La Constante, though resembling it somewhat. We iinderstand
that if they shall prove on further trial equal to the expectations already
entertained of them, thej* will be jiroperly named and given to the pub-
lic without charge li}- their originator.
Other varieties were shown, many of them of foreign origin, and none
of particular value except for amateurs. Members of the Society, we
beg of you to cultivate more good strawberries.
Soon after the strawberries come the cherries, which seem to have im-
proved in quality within a year or two. There were but six contribu-
tors of cherries, and some of the fruit was quite ordinary. This fruit
during the past season sold in the market at very high prices. One great
38 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
drawback to the successful cultivation of the cherry is the birds, espe-
cially out in the open country, where the robins make great havoc with
the crop. Since the cultivation of the pear and grape has attracted so
much attention the cherry has been neglected, though in former years it
was quite a source of income on some farms. The varieties shown were
Black Tartarian, Downer, May Duke and Black Eagle.
The raspberries ripen with the cherries, and are a fine fruit, coming at
a thne when they are very acceptalile. This fruit too, is receiving less
attention than formerly. Tliore were but two contributors, both of
whom showed Knevett's Giant, one of the very best varieties. The
prizes were not all awarded this year, and the same has been true for
one or two years past. Is it true that we are retrograding in the culti-
vation of the small fruits'? It would certain!}^ seem to be the case, judg-
ing from our AVeekly Exhiljitions. The raspberry is much less difficult
of cultivation than the black1)erry, and gives quite as good results. It
is true that five or six years ago the price ran down too low to pay the
growers, but so it will be with most everything else. There are times
when there seems to be a glut in the market, but this should not lead to
t\ie entire abandonment of a fruit. Horticulturists, of all others,
should sow and plant in faith, and patiently wait for results, and not be
discouraged if some of their pet projects occasionally fail. We are not
ready to give up the raspberr}'.
During the warm season we seem to desire some acid fruit, and the
currant comes at just the right time to supply this extensive want.
Great improvement has been made in the size of the currant, within a
few years, by the introduction of new varieties, but we fear that for qual-
ity they are no improvement on the Red and White Dutch, which are old
favorites. The cultivation of this fruit was somewhat discouraging to
the market gardener during the high prices of sugar, or before we became
accustomed to high prices, and many dug up their plantations because
they did not pay. This is not a good way. This fruit is worthy of cul-
tivation, and through a term of years will pay in dollars and cents, as
well as in the satisfaction that one may derive from the free use of the
fi'uit for himself and family. There were fivecontribiitors, who exhibit-
ed specimens of but three varieties, La Versaillaise, Dana's Transparent,
and Bed Dutch. Surely this does not show very well for our large So-
ciety, embracing as it does, most of the prominent fruit growers of this
part of the State. !N'o excuse can be made by any man for not raising
a few currants, if he has any land upon which to plant a bush, or even a
slip, for no fruit can be more easily grown, and none will adapt itself bo
readily to a variety of soil and climate.
Of gooseberries, we can say but little, for it has never been a favorite
fruit in this part of the country. The sorts that flourish so M'ell in the
more genial climate of England seem to fail here, while those that with-
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stand our climate are mostly of inferior size if not of quality. There
are occasional exceptions, and good specimens of some good English
sorts are shown. This was eminently true of two baskets of this fruit
raised by P. J. Stone, and placed on our tables. There were but two
contributors in all, and only one prize awarded. As new American va-
rieties increase we shall raise this fruit more extensively.
We pass to blackberries, a delicious fruit, but one difficult to grow to
perfection. The plant requires a strong soil and high cultivation, to-
gether with good protection in the winter. The latter is difficult to man-
age, though some lay down the bushes as raspberries or half hardy
grape vines are laid. If left up the plants are almost sure to winter
kill, and the crop is lost. The difficulty of picking the fruit, added to all
the other difficulties, have led many persons to abandon its cultivation
on an extensive scale. This is to be regretted, as there are perhaps few
fruits more healthful than this. In some small gardens it is trained up
to a wall or fence like the grape vine, or on the shady side of a green-
house, and does remarkalily well. A few contributors continue to place
on our tables, year after year, magnificent specimens of this fine fruit.
James N'ugent, B. B. Davis and H. Yandine were the only contributors
the past season. The gentleman first named seems to have had remark-
able success with the blackberry through a series of years. Our hope is
that this fruit may be grown in spite of all the obstacles that seem to lie
in the wa3^
"We have little to report concerning jjlums, for this fruit has become
very scarce on our tables of late years, though very plentiful in former
times. Our friend Yandine always has a few specimens to exhibit in
spite of warts, curculios and everything else. By what leTgerdemain he
succeeds in defeating the latter enemy, we cannot tell. We have fewer
regrets at parting with this fruit than with almost any other that could
be named. The principal contributors were H. Yandine, B. B. Davis,
J. B. Loomis and Mrs. T. W. Ward, who showed some very fine speci-
mens.
We are sorry to say there were no out-door peaches the past season in
this region. Those grown in-doors and exhibited by C. S. Holbrook,
Mrs. Ward, H. H. Hannewell, George Lincoln, Jr., John Falconer and*
others, were very fine. The variable weather of last winter destroyed
the fruit-buds, though it did not materially injure the trees. This is fre-
quently the case and should not discourage us at all, for if we can have
healthy trees free from that pest, the yellows, we can be content to raise
a crop even two years in three, or every second year. Among all the
fruits raised in this latitude none is more delicious than this. We know
that in our boyhood days immense crops of this fruit were raised, and
with less trouble than pears are new, and why may we not expect the
same results again if we will but plant trees. Some say that because
40 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
the forests are stripped off there is le^s snow, and the winter weather
more changeable. There may be some truth in this theory, for it is a
fact that as the country becomes more open the fruit trees are less shel-
tered from the cold winds. Almost all fruit trees are benefited by pro-
tection, and this is emphatically true of the peach, for if we could train
our peach trees horizontally and near the ground so that we could easily
cover them as we do vines, there can be no doubt a crop of peaches would
be the reward. Plant some peach trees every year, plant in tubs or
boxes, and remove them into the cellar in winter, and thus protect them.
Fine peaches can be grown in this way.
The past season has been a very unfavorable one for grapes. There
was a short crop, and even this did not fully ripen. It is said by the
best observers that in the West there was not more than half a crop of
grapes. The cold and wet season was particularly unfavorable for good
flavored fruit. We have tasted no grapes that have fully sustained their
reputation, and we shall not venture to express decided opinions from
our experience and observation of the past season. There was much
mildew on some varieties, and few or none were entirely free from it.
The Deleware suffered severel}^ losing nearly all its leaves, and in many
cases failing to ripen its fruit. The Creveling was troubled in much the
same way. The lona held its leaves well, but hardly ripened its fruit.
It requires a full season. The Adirondac was fully ripe, but was little
better than sweetened water in quality, being destitiite of that fine flavor
it possesses when grown under favorable circumstances. The Concord
held its leaves well, but the fruit rotted some. The Hartford Prolific
did well. The Eebecca suffered from mildew, but ripened its fniit, and
it is a ciirious fact, as we found on a recent vi,sit to Bangor, Maine, that
this variety ripens there nearly every year, and is regarded as almost
sure. Israella shed its leaves badly, the result of mildew. The Rogers
Numbers did very well, except what we believe to be number seven, that
proves worthless on account of its susceptibility to mildew. Allen's
Hybrid failed in nearly every instance. The fruit mildewed more than
the foliage. The Diana hardly ripened. The grapes sent to market this
year, while they were colored, were not ripe, and did not possess the good
qualities that a drier and more favorable season would give them.
The show of grapes was large at the Annual Exhibition, both of foreign
and native sorts. The arrangement for the display of this fruit, on the
long table in the library room, gave both the exhibitor and the visitor
very general satisfaction. Never perhaps have we had a greater number
of contributors, or a more interested crowd of visitors, than were seen
during this show. Mr. Dingwall, of Alltauy, New York, took the
trouble to bring many numbers of the Rogers Hybrids, with other grapes
to our exhibition, all of which added much to the interest of the occa-
sion. Davis & Bates, W. C. Strong, F. Dana, C. E. Grant, J. B. Moore
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 41
and M. P. Wilder, were also large contributors. J. W. Bailey contrib-
uted tine looking clusters of the Adirondac, whose appearance was much
admired. Mr. Moore, of Kochester, jSTew York, favored us at a later
day with a bunch of the Diana Hamburg, but owing to the causes al-
ready named it did nt)t come up to the specimens of last year. It can but
be regarded as promising. Out-door grapes have brought a higher price
than in years past, though of an inferior quality. The display of foreign
grapes was principally made by E. S. Kogers, Mrs. T. W. Ward, H. S.
Mansfield, M. H. Simpson, R. W. Turner, Mrs. F. B. Durfee, Davis &
Bates and G. W. Harding. ]Sro entirely new^ variety of native or foreign
grapes has been brought to our notice.
Of apples we cannot say much, for very few have been shown. The
apjDle crop proved the past season a greater failure than ever; even where
there has been no cankerworm or caterpillars to injure the trees there
has been the same dearth of fruit. The only plausible theory that we
can advance to account for this scarcity is the drouth of the tv.-o preced-
ing years. The trees were not in a condition to give a crop, for they
have had all they could do to support themselves and keep alive without
preparing for a crop of fruit. Even where the trees blossomed fidl last
spring and gave promise of fruit, still it was a failure, and for the same
reason given; there was not enough strength and vitalitj' in the tree to
carry the fruit.
Some may object to this theory- and say that on low moist lands it
could not be true that the trees suHered to such an extent as to prevent
their bearing, but we think trees so situated suffer jvs much as those on
drier land, for the roots are naturally near the surface, and when a severe
drouth prevails they suffer. This is true of all vegetation in a season
when the early part is wet, followed by a drouth. In confirmation of
the theory advanced, we give an instance where a few trees that stood in
a moist piece of land were mulched and watered all through the drouth
of ISO."), and the result was a tine crop of fair fruit in 18G6. This fruit
we saw^ on the trees, and it was the handsomest lot of apples we have
seen during all the season. The past season has been very favorable for
growth of wood and preparation for a crop, and we predict a large crop
of apples next year in regions not infested with cankerworms.
Messrs. F, & L. Clapp, whose tine orchard is in Dorchester, sur-
rounded by cankerworms, have exhibited many very tine apples. Among
others the Gravenstein, of which these gentlemen raise large quantities ;
also Williams, Baldwin and others equal in every respect to the jn'oduct
of former years. We know that they are obliged to contend with the
insects injurious to the apple as well as others, but they have done it suc-
cessfully for many j^ears, by the aid of wooden troughs tilled with oil
about the base of the tree. Apples have been contributed liy J. W. Fos-
ter James Eustis, Josiah Newhall and otaers. Dr. Eben Wight brought
42 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
to our notice the " Bottle Greening," which liy the way is a very ugly
name, but one that has become so firmly fixed to it that it will be impos-
sible now to change it. It is a greening with a bright blush on the sunny
side, entirely covered with bloom. In shape more like the Ilubbardston
Xonsuch than the Rhode Island Greening, and of imiform size for the
table. Keeps all winter. Tree a very fine grower. We think it a
vahial)le variety.
Most of the cultivators about Boston have concluded that tarring the
trees frequently is after all the most effectual way to prevent the grubs
of the cankerworm from ascending the tree. With all the pears we can
possibly grow we cannot wholly give up the apple, and if Ave in the vi-
cinity of the large cities, or along the sea coast, fail with this fruit, the
farmers further back in the country must go more extensively into its
cultivation to supply the cities. We should not be obliged, in ordinary
years, to send to Xew York or Ohio for our apples, when our own State
has thousands of acres Avell adapted to apple growing. We hope not to
be obliged to mourn a lack of apples after this, for a long time to come.
We now come to. the pear, a favorite fruit with horticulturists, and one
that can be quite easily grown. Formerh', it seemed to require a life-
time to bring a pear orchard into btaring, biit of late years, it requires
no more time than it does to get a good apple orchard. As pears are
more extensively raised, it seems as though prices increased, for they
have sold higher the past year than formerly. We pay better attention
to this fruit, and rely more upon it than we did before the failure of the
apple croji. It has fewer enemies, and gives better results, perhaps,
than any fruit we cultivate. Prominent among the contributors, during
the season and at the Annual Exhibition, were Hovey & Co., M. P. Wild-
er, H. Yandine, F. Dana, Walker & Co., Wm. E. Austin, Davis & Bates,
and Josiah Stickney; many others exhibited very fine specimens, though
on the whole, the fruit shown for prizes did not appear and was not as
large and fair as that of some previous years. Though a silver cuj) was
oflfered for the best dish of Bartletts, yet there were but few contributors
and the specimens caine far short of those shown on a former occasion
for a similar i")rize. It is somewhat remarkal)le, that the same gentle-
man should take both cups, each time having the best dish of ]5artlett
pears. Prominent among the good pears shown, were such varieties as
Bartlett, Duchesse d'Angouleme, Sheldon, Urbaniste, Beurre d'Anjou,
Dana's Ilovej^, Doyenn<^ du Cornice, Merriam, Doyenne Boussock, Law-
rence and others. The President had a ver}^ fine collection, in addition
to his twenty varieties that took the first prize. M. P. Wilder also had
a very fine collection, embracing some of the newer vai-ietics, such as
Gen. Todleben, Emile de Heyst, Counseilleur de la Cour, and Caen de
France. Dr. Shurtletf, of Brookline, who is an industrious and intelli-
gent laborer in the field of horticulture, sent in a large number of his
seedling pears, most of them named, but some yet withoiit names. We
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 43
tested many of them, and found that they did not prove equal in quality
to the specimens we had before seen. We give herewith the Doctor's
description of his seedlings, simply remarking, that we have not had
sufficient opportunity to fully verify his descriptions, and therefore we
do not endorse what he may say of, them:
Seedlixg Pears fruited by Dr. S. A. Shurtleff, of Brook-
LixE, Mass.
J^o. 1, Gen. Kearney. — Fruited in 1S62. Short diam. .3 inches;
long diam. 4^ inches; fine grain, juicj^ rather high flavor; color, green-
ish yellow, good market pear. Ripe in September. Pyriform.
1^0. 2, Makking. — Fruited in 18GG. Diam. 3 inches; stem, fleshy;
skin, yellow, with russet streaks and dots; flesh, fine grained, white,
juicy, with a very rich pleasant flavor; Small core; ripens soundly
Sept. 22. Quality, first-rate. Obovate.
Xo. 3, Speedwell. — Fruited in 1863. Short diam. 2i inches; long
diam. 3 inches; color, green; flesh, melting, juicy, with rich flavor;
ripens soundly Sept. 1. Quality, fine. Obovate.
No. 4, Fortune. — Fruited in 1866. Short diam. 2A inches; long
diam. 2^ inches; color, golden yellow, with russet spots; flesh, white,
melting, juicy, and very sweet; ripens soimdly Oct. 6. Quality, first-
rate. Turbinate.
No. 5, Gen. Sherman. — Fruited in 186.3. Diam. 2% inches; flesh,
white, melting, breaking and juicy; November to December. Turbinate.
No. 6, Chattanooga. — Fruited in 1863. Diam. 3 inches; color,
dark green; fine grain, melting and juicy, with nice flavor; ripens
soundly October 2. Qualit}^, fine. Turbinate.
No. 7, Dim AN. — Fruited in 1863. Diam. 2-^ inches; color, russet, with
red cheek; flesh, breaking, melting, very sweet and juicy; ripens soundly
in all October. This pear has improved, 3'ear by year, in size and char-
acter; its quality for beauty and flavor is first-rate. Turbinate.
No. 8, Shenandoah. — Fruited in 1862. Short diam. 3 inches; long
diam. 4 inches; skin, j^ellow; flesh, fine grained and sweet; keeps well,
and is a good market pear. Piriform.
No. 9, Lemon. — Fruited in 1862. Diam. 3i inches; color, yellow; has
much improved in four years. Turbinate.
No. 10, Golden Bell. — Fruited in 1862. Short diam. 2-^ inches;
long diam. 3i inches; color, golden yellow; flesh, fine grained, with good
flavor. An enormous bearer, and an excellent market pear. Pipe Sep-
tember 20. Pj'riform.
No. 11, Francis. — Fruited in 1862. Diam. 2A inches; color, dark
green; skin, tough, and rather liable to crack; flesh, fine grained, white,
and delicate, with a flavor inclining to that of St. Michael; quality, very
fine; ripe Nov. 1. Turbinate.
44 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Xo. 12, IIaxcock. — Fruited in ISGL Short diani. 3 inches; longdiam.
4.i inches; color, light green; flesh, breaking and Juicy; a great bearer,
and an excellent cooking pear; ahva3-s sells readily. Sept. Obovate.
Xo. 13, President. — Fruited in 1862. Diani. 4|-5 inches; color, green-
ish yellow, and russety; good grain, melting and juicy; ripens soundly.
A very large and showy fruit; much like the Beurr6 Diel, in character,
but does not crack; regular bearer; Nov. 1st. Quality, first-rate. Tur-
binate.
No. 14, Farragut. — Fruited in 18G2. Short diam. :i\ inches; long
diain. 4i inches; color, dark green; flesh, fine grained, white, melting,
and juicy, with fine flavor; ripens soiuidly; is an abundant and regular
bearer, a ver}' handsome and attractive fruit. Quality, very fine; ripe
Sept. 25. Pyriform.
No. 15, Orange. — Fruited in 1862. Diam. 3-1 inches; skin, tough, and
bright yellow, with points; fine grain, keeps well, capital cooking jDear;
regular bearer, and markets well. Dec. 31. Roundish.
No. 16, Porter.— Fruited in 1862. Diam. 2i inches; melting, sweet,
and juicy; ripens soundly; good market pear. Oct. 1.
No. 17, May Flower. — Fruited in 1863. Short diam. 2^ inches; long
diam. 3 inches; flesh, rather dry, and firm; skin, yellow, with red cheek;
keeps soundly without extra care until May. A most prolific bearer.
Short pyriform.
No. 18, Shurtleff. — Fruited in 18G4. Short diam. 2^ inches; long
diam. 3i inches; flesh, fiue grained, scarcely any core; flavor, delicious,
very juicy; coloi*, golden yellow, with russety spots; keeps well, and
rii^ens soundh'. Quality, tirst-rate. Oct. 6. A favorite with every one.
Pyriform.
No. 19, Allertox. — Fruited in 1862. Short diam. 3 inches; longdiam.
5i inches; good grain, high flavor, rather acid; color, bright yellow. A
large, handsome fruit, and always markets well; ripe Oct. 25. Long
pyriform.
No. 20, Yaruna. — Fruited in 1862. Short diam.3i inches; long diam.
4 inches; color, greenish yellow, good grain; flesh, white, and juic}^;
small core; slighth' acid. Large bearer; ripe in Sept. Turbinate.
No. 21, Sheridan, — Fruited in 1864. Short diam. 3 inches; longdiam.
3i inches; good grain, juicy, rather vinous in flavor; color, dark green;
ripens soundly. Large bearer, and good market pear. Turbinate.
No. 22, Davis. — Fruited in 1862. Diam. 3 inches; color, green;
flavor, pleasant; very juicy; Oct. 11. Turbinate,
No. 23, Norfolk County. — Fruited in 18()2. Short diam. 3 ^ inches;
long diam. 3| inches; color, green, with dots; good grain, juicy, with
pleasant flavor; ripens well, a handsome fruit, and large bearer. (Jet. 11.
Long turbinate.
No. 24, Admiral Foote. — Fruited in 1863. Diam. 3i inches; color,
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 45
green; flesh, melting, very juicy; fine grain, small core; exceedingly
rich, sweet, vinous flavor; rijjens well, and is in every respect first-rate,
Sept. 1. Obovate.
No. 25, Brookline. — Fruited in 1862. Diam. 3 inches; melting, juicy,
with good flavor; ripens soundly, great bearer, fine market pear. Aug.
1. Short pyriform.
No. 26, Chilton. — Fruited in 1865. Diam. 2^ inches; color, brown
russet; flesh, sweet, juicy, and buttery, with high flavor; ripens well;
very fine. Oct. 6. Turbinate.
No. 27, Banks. — Fruited in 1863. Diam. 2| inches; color, rich yellow,
with sunny side bright red; flesh, melting, juicy, very sweet, with much
character; ripens perfectly, and keeps remarkably for an early pear.
Valuable not only for its great beauty and fine qualities, but for its time
of ripening. In every respect first-rate. Aug. 27. Turbinate.
No. 2S, CusHMAN. — Fruited in 1865. Short diam. 2.i inches; long
diam. 3 inches; yellow and russety in color; nodular surface; flesh, sweet
and fine graiiied; small core; keeps well. Oct. 25. Pyriform.
No. 29, Grant. — Fruited in 1862. Long diam. 4^ inches; short diam.
3i inches; color, greenish yellow; flesh, sweet, fine grained; small core;
flavor, rich; quality, first-rate. Oct. 4. Obtuse pyriform.
No. 30, CiTRiNA. — Short diam. 2 inches; long diam. 3 inches; (fruited
in 1862); skin, bright yellow, lumpy and nodular; flesh, rather gritty,
but very rich in flavor and totally unlike any other pear; great bearer.
Sept. 15. Short jiyriform.
No. 31, Muddy Brook. — Fruited in 1862. Diam. 2^ inches; skin,
dark green; flesh, white, melting and juicy, with good flavor; great bear-
er, and good market pear. Sept 1. Short pyriform.
No. 32, . Fruited in 1865. Diam. 3 inches; j'ellowish green,
with russet; good cooking pear, and keeps well into the middle of Feb-
ruary. Turbinate.
No. 33, John Cotton. — Fruited in 1862. Diam. 2i inches; color,
green; flesh, fine grained, slightly acid; ripens well and bears abundant-
ly ; good market pear. Sept. 25. Turbinate.
No. 34, Gov. Carver. — Fruited in 1863. Diam. 3 inches; flesh, firm
and very rich in flavor; keeps jjerfectly until June or July of following
year, and ripens well; fine flavor, and a valuable pear. Turbinate.
No. 35, St. Patrick. — Fruited in 1863. Diam. 2^ inches; color,
green, with dots and some blush; keeps well, and ripens perfectly, with
a pleasant flavor. February 15. Short pyriform.
No. 36. WiNSLOW. — Fruited in 1865. Diam. 2i inches; color, brown
russet; flesh, sweet, juicy, buttery and high flavored; ripens well. Oct.
21. Koundish.
No. 37, Bergamotte Seedling. — Brought from Boston in 1838.
46 M.VSSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Color, green, with a blush; good flavor, but rather gritty about the
core; large bearer, and markets well. Sept. lo. Obovate.
No. 38, . Fruited in ISGo. Diam. 3 inches; color, light green;
very juicj"^, with good grain, and nice flavor. Oct. 25.
No. 39, . Fruited in 1865. Diam. 3 inches ; color, yellow, with
dots and blush; ripens well; Juicy and pleasant flavor. Oct. 29.
Xo. 40, LoTHKOP. — Fruited in 1800. Diam. 2t inches; skin, yellow,
with russet; flesh, white, with good flavor. Sept. 16.
Xo. 41, LucKA. — Almost exactly like the Merriam. Fruited in 1860.
Xo. 42, BuEWSTEK. — Fruited in 1865. Yellow color; melting and
juicy; ripens well in Xovcmber. Size, medium.
Xo. 43, Isabella. — Fruited in 1866. Resembles St. Michael in size
and shape; promises exceedingl}- well; ripe in Xovember.
Xo. 44, QuixCE. — Fruited in 1862. Diam. 3 inches; skin, lumpy and
nodular; flesh, fine grained, juicy and sweet; great bearer. September.
Xo. 45, Carleton. — Fruited in 1862. Diam. 3 inches; color, light
gieen; melting and juicy, little acid; good bearer; markets well. Oct.
11. Obovate.
It is quite remarkable that any one person should have raised so
many of so good average quality. It must take time to test the value of
any new pear for general cultivation, for many varieties possessing good
points have failed to become popular. Few among the hundreds of
varieties that exist are fully recommended for general cultivation. Yery
fine specimens of the Mount Vernon have been exhibited by Walker &
Co. This variety seems to improve in size and quality each year. It is
well worth growing on account of its size, its good quality and very pe-
culiar and pleasant flavor. AVe are satisfied that it has a tendency when
fully or over ripe to rot slightly at the core. As it is ver}' desirable to
get as wide a range of flavors in fruit as possible, we recommend this to
every amateur. It may possibly prove a good market variety as the
tree gets age. S. L. Goodale, Esq., of Saco, Maine, kindly sent us speci-
mens of the Goodale pear for further trial. We can add nothing to
■what we said last year. We are glad to know that it is in a fair way
to lie soon introduced to the pulilic.
F. Dana brought in specimens of Augustus Dana, which is a pear of
the very best quality, good enough, and will compare favorably with
Dana's Ilovey. We regard Mr. Dana as the most successful producer
of new varieties of whom wo have any knowledge. It is seldom that
any one man produces more than a single variety that will stand the test
of time, but we believe Mr. Dana will prove an exception. The same
causes that have operated in nature to prepare the apple tree for a good
crop next year, have also given the pear trees vigor, strength and prom-
ise. If the fruit house being built on Prof. Xyce's plan shall prove all
FRUIT committee's RErORT. 47
that is claimed for it, the surphis fruit will be absorbed in time of plenty
to be given out again when it has become scarce and high. The eflect
will be to prevent a glut of fruit in the market, to equalize prices, and to
furnish the delicious summer and autumn pears for our tables weeks or
months after they would otherwise have disappeared from the market.
We are reminded that we were favored with a specimen of Glout Mor-
ceau last April or May from one of these fruit houses, and it proved very
tine indeed; the flavor well preserved, tasting like a pear that had ripened
in the usual way. The experiment, if experiment it can longer be called,
is in good hands, and another year will test the practicability of keeping
fruit in this way. We would call attention to the changes in the Schedule
of Prizes for next year, especiallj^ for fruit during the latter part of the
season, after the Annual Exhibition.
We close our report with the list of prizes awarded the past season.
James F. C. Hyde,
W. C. Strong,
Jos. S. Cabot,
E. A. Bkackett,
D. T. Curtis,
r. BVRR,
P. B. IIOVEY.
48 MASSACHUSliTTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
PRIZES AWARDED FOR FRUITS DURIXG THE SEASON.
For the best and most interesting exhibition of Fruits during
the season, the LoAvell Plate, to H. Vandine, valued at - S15 00
For the next best, to B, B. Davis, - - - - 10 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 8 00
Apples. — For the best tvrelve Summer Apples, of one variety,
on or before the third Wednesday in August, to F. & L.
Clapp, 6 00
For the next best, to Henry Yandine, - -
For the next best, to J. W. Foster, - - - -
For the best twelve Autumn Apples, of one variety, on or be-
fore the third "Wednesday in November, to F. & L.
Clapp, -------
For the next best, to J. W. Foster, - - - .
For the next best, to James Nugent, - _ .
For the best twelve Winter Apples, of one variety, on or be-
fore the first Wednesday in December, to F. & L.
Clapp, -------
For the next best, to A. J. Dean, - - - -
For the next best, to James Eustis, - - - -
French Premiums. — For the best ten varieties of Api^les, twelve
specimens each, to be exhibited on the first Wednesday of
November, the French Plate, toF. & L. Clapp, valued at
For the next best, the French Plate, not awarded, -
For the best dish of twelve specimens of one variety, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, not awarcBed, - - . -
For the next best, to F. & L. Clapp, . . -
Apricots. — For the best twelve of one variety, on or before
the third Wednesday in August, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, . - _ .
Blackberries. — For the best specimens, not less than four
quarts of the same variety, to James Nugent,
For the next best, to B. B. Davis, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Cherries. — For the best specimens, not less than two quarts
of the same variety, to P. J. Stone, - - .
For the next best, to Galen Merriam, . . -
For the next best, to George B. Cordwell, - - -
5 00
4 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
12 00
9 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 49
Currants. — For the best specimens, not lest than four quarts
of the same variety, to W. H. Barnes, - - - S3 00
For the next best, to J. "W. Foster, - - - - 2 00
For the next best, to F. Dana, - - - - 1 00
Figs. — For the best twelve specimens of one variety, to Walker
& Co., 3 00
For the next best, to Josiah Newhall, - - - 2 00
Gooseberries. — For the best specimens, not less than two
quarts of one variety, to P. J. Stone, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 1 00
Grapes, Foreign. — For the best specimens grown under glass,
on or before the third Wednesday in July, not less than
five varieties of two bunches of each variety', to C. S.
Holbrook, - - - - - - -800
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - . 4 qO
For the best specimens grown imder glass, subsequently to
the third Wednesday in July, five varieties of two bunches
each, to C. S. Holbrook, - - - - - 6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
Native. — For the best specimens of four varieties of IS'ative
Grapes, of four bunches of each variety, to J. F. C. Hyde, 6 00
For the next best, not awai'ded, - - - - 5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - . 4 00
For the best specimens of two varieties, of four bunches of
each variety, to C. E. Grant, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to C. E. Grant, - - - - 3 00
For the best specimens of one variety, four bunches, to E. A.
Brackett, - - - - - - -3 00
For the next best, to J. B. Moore, - - - - 2 00
Nectarines. — For the best twelve specimens of one variety,
not awarded, - - - - - -3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Peaches. — For the best twelve specimens of one variety,
grown under glass, on or before the third Wednesday in
July, not awarded, - - - - - -600
For the next best, to C. S. Holbrook, - - - 5 00
For the next best, do. do. - - - 4 00
For the next best, do. do, - - - 3 00
For the best twelve specimens of one variety, open culture,
not awarded, - - - - - -500
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
4
50 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For the next best, not awarded, ... -
Pears. — For the best twelve Summer Pears of one variety, on
or before the third "Wednesday in August, to Hovey &
Co.,
For the next best, to II. Yandine, - - - -
For the next best, to P. K. 1j. Stone, . . _
For the best twelve Autumn Pears of one variety, on or be-
fore the third Wednesday in November, to John E.
Poor, ..._.--
For the next best, to R. AV. Ames, - . - -
For the next best, to do. do. . . . -
For the next best, to J. C. Chase, - . - -
For the best twelve "Winter Pears of one variety, on or be-
fore the first AYednesday in December, to Ilovey & Co.,
For the next best, to F. Dana, ....
For the next best, to Jonathan French, . - _
For the next best, to AA'alker & Co., ...
Plums. — For the best twelve specimens of one variety, to J. B.
Loomis, .......
For the next best, to II. Vandiue, . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - . - .
Quinces. — For the best twelve specimens of one A'aricty, to
James A. Stetson, ------
For the next best, not awarded, - - - . -
Raspberries. — For the best specimens, not less than four
quarts of the same variety, to J. AV. Foster,
For the next best, not awarded, _ . . -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Strawberries. — For the best four varieties in baskets, two
quai'ts each, to be exhibited on the last AVcdnesday of
June, not awarded, - - - - - - 20 00
For the second best four varieties in baskets of two quarts
each, not awax-ded, - - - - - - lo 00
For the third best four varieties in baskets of two quarts each,
to Hovey & Co., 10 00
For the best two quarts of Hovey's Seedling, during the
season, to George Hill, - - - - - 4 00
For the best two quarts of Triomphe de Gand, during the
season, not awarded, - - - - - 4 00
For the best two quarts of La Constante, during the season,
to AVilliam Gray, Jr., 4 00
For the best two quarts of Jenny Lind, during the season,
not awarded, - - - - - -4 00
$3 00
2 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
7 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
10 00
8 00
7 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
r. Dana,
do.
do.
J. W. Foster,
do.
do.
F. & L. Clapp,
do.
do.
John Falconer,
do.
do.
Jas. Eustis,
do.
do.
M. P. Wilder,
do.
do.
E. ^y. Turner,
do.
do.
Horace Partridi^e,
do.
do.
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 51
For the best two quarts of Boston Pine, during the season,
not awarded, - - - - - - $4 00
For the best two quarts of Brighton Pine, during the season,
to Geo. Hill, 4 00
For the best two quarts of any other sort, during the season,
to E. A. Brackett, - - - - - - 4 00
GRATUITIES AWARDED A^ WEEKLY EXHIBITION'S.
Dr. Shurtletr, for Pears, 5 00
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Peaches and Strawberries, - - 5 00
William Cruikshank, for forced Strawberries, - - - 6 00
Hovey & Co., for Fruits during the season, - - - 3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
5 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
- - - 2 00
PRIZES FOR FRUITS, AWARDED DURIXG THE ANNUAL
EXHIBITION.
Apples. — ^For the best twenty varieties, of twelve specimens
each, the Lyman Plate, to F. & L. Clapp, valued at
For the next best, to Asa Clement, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
For the best fifteen varieties, of twelve specimens each, to J.
W. Foster, -------
For the next best, to Jas. Eustis, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
For the best ten varieties, of twelve specimens each, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, not awarded, _ - _ _
For the next best, not awarded, - - -
For the best five varieties, of twelve specimens each, to W.
A. Crafts, -------
For the next best, to J. L. D'Wolf, - - - -
For the next best, to H. Barker, - - . .
For the best dish of Apples, twelve specimens of one variety,
not awarded, _...--
For the next best, to Warren Heiistis, - - -
For the next best, Jo F. & L. Clapp, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - . _ _
20 00
15 00
12 00
12 00
10 00
8 00
4
8 00
6 00
5 00
6 00
o 00
4 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
S25 00
20 00
16 00
15 00
12 00
10 00
10 00
8 00
6 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
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Pears. — For the best twenty varieties, of twelve specimens
each, to Ilovey & Co., - . . . .
For the next best, to H. Yandine, - - - -
For the next best, to Davis & Bates, . . .
For the best fifteen varieties, of twelve specimens each, to
Alex. Dickinson, - - - - ^ - -v,
For the next best, to Josiah Stickney, - - -
For the next best, to W. A. Crafts, - - - -
For the best ten varieties, of tAvelve specimens each, to Jesse
Haley, - - - - - -
For the next best, to Jas. H. Smith, -
For the next best, to J. C. Park, . . . _
For the best five varieties, of twelve specimens each, to Jacob
Eaton, .---..-
For the next best, to Augiistns Parker, . . -
For the next best, to J. E. Poor, ... -
For the best dish of Bartlett Pears, a special prize of a Silver
Ci;p, to Alexander Dickinson, - - - - 25 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Bartlett Pears, to
J. C. Chase, 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Beurre Bosc Pears,
to Josiah Stickney, - - - - - -5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Seckel Pears, to
Alexander Dickinson, - - - - - 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Swan's Orange
Pears, to F. & L. Clapp, 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Louise Bonne Pears,
to Jacob Eaton, - - - - - - 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Urbaniste Pears, to
Horace Partridge. - - - - - -5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Duchesse D'Angou-
leme Pears, to R. L. Saville, - - - - 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Beurre Diel Pears,
to Wm. P. Butterfield, 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Beurre d'Anjou
Pears, to J. R. Poor, - - - - 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Slieldon Pears, to
Hovey & Co., - - - - - - 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Glout Morceau Pears,
to Alexander Dickinson, - - - - - 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Doyenne du Cornice
Pears, to Hovey & Co., - - - - - 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Beurre Superfin
Pears, not awarded, - - - - - 5 00
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 53
Pears. — For the best dish of twelve specimens of Lawrence,
to Jesse Haley, - - - - - - S5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Marie Lomse, to
John Savage, Jr., - - - - - - 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Belle Lucrative, to
Alexander Dickinson, - - - - - 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Merriam, to A. J.
Dean, 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of Winter ISTelis, to
Andrew McDermott, - - - - - ' 5 00
For the best dish of twelve .specimens of Dana's Hovey, to
F. Dana, 5 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of any other sort, to F.
& L. Clapp, 5 00
Peaches. — For the best four varieties, of twelve specimens
each, to H. H. Hunnewell, _ _ . -
For the next best, not awarded, . _ . -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, _ . _ -
Plums. — For the best four varieties, of twelve specimens each,
not awarded, ._.---
For the next best, not awarded, . - . -
For the next best, not awarded, . _ _ -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
Grapes, Foreign. — For the best three bunches of Black Ham-
burg, to H. S. Mansfield, - - - - -
For the next best, to K. W. Turner, - - -
For the best three bunches of any other black sort, to Joseph
Clark, _.-.---
For the next best, to K. S. Rogers, - - - -
For the best three bunches of any white Muscat, to E. S.
Rogers, 5 00
For the next best, to M. H. Simpson, - - - 4 00
For the best three bunches of any other white sort, to John
Pearce, _.-.---
For the next best, not awarded, ... -
For the best two varieties, two bunches of each, to R. W.
Turner, ..-.---
For the next best, to G. W. Harding, _ . -
For the next best, to Mrs. F. B. Durfee, - - -
For the next best, to Davis & Bates, . . _
For the best six varieties, two bunches of each, to Mrs. F. B.
Durfee, -..----
For the next best, to R. W. Turner, - - - -
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
LO 00
8 00
54
MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Grapes, Foreign. — For the next best six varieties, not awarded, $6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
J^ative. — For the best collection, four bunches of each variety,
not awarded, - - - - - - 15 00
For the next best, to Davis & Bates, - - - 10 00
For the best six bunches of Delaware, to W. Miller, - - 4 00
■ " " " Diana, to F. Dana, - - 4 00
" " " Isabella, to C. E. Grant, - 4 00
" " " Concord, to J. B. Moore, - 4 00
" « " Hartford Prolific, to W.C. Strong, 4 00
" « ' u Rebecca, not awarded, - - 4 00
" " " Creveling, not awarded, - - 4 00
" " " Allen's Hybrid, not awarded, - 4 00
" " " lona, not awarded, - - 4 00
" " " Adirondac, not awarded, - 4 00
" " " any other sort, not awarded, - 4 00
SPECIAL PEIZES FOR 18G6, OFFERED BY WM. GRAY,
JR., ESQ.
For the best specimen Peach Tree, in a pot or box, in full fruit,
the pots or tubs not to exceed eighteen inches in diameter,
or in a box not over fourteen inches square, not awarded.
For the best specimen Grape "Vine, in a pot or tub, in full fruit,
the pot or tub not to exceed eighteen inches in diameter,
or in a box not over fourteen inches square, not awarded,
25 00
25 00
GRATUITIES AWARDED AT THE ANNUAL EXHIBITION.
M. P. Wilder,
Hovey & Co.,
Geo. H. Dickerman,
Horace Partridge,
Joseph H. Fenno,
S. A. Shurtleff,
Andrew McDermott,
Henry Yandine,
Hiram Emerson,
Samuel Sweetser,
Chas. H. Gallup,
Thomas Groom,
Josiah Crosby,
John Mahoney,
for collection of Pears,
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
do.
da.
do.
do.
do.
10 00
8 00
6 00
5 00
5 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
FRUIT committee's REPORT.
55
Henry L. Chase,
for collection of
Pears,
C. E. Grant,
do.
do.
J. A. Kenrick,
do.
do.
A. B. Shedd,
do.
do.
C. N. Brackett,
do.
do.
Mrs. J. W. Smith,
do.
do. •
Joseph Breck,
do.
do.
Warren Heustis,
do.
do.
W. C. Strong,
do.
do.
John D. Dodge,
do.
do.
Geo. B. Cordwell,
do.
do.
A. H. Kamsey,
do.
do.
B. B. Davis,
do.
do.
W. H. Hollis,
do.
do.
J. E. M. Gilley,
do.
do.
Josiah Newhall,
for collection of
Apples,
Geo. Peirce
do.
do.
Justin Jones,
do.
do.
Joseph H. Fenno,
do.
do.
C. C. Dike,
do.
do.
J. T. Foster,
do.
do.
Jas. Xugent,
do.
do.
William P. Baker,
do.
do.
G. G. Hubbard,
do.
do.
Jas. Eustis,
do.
do.
Jas. A. Stetson,
do.
do.
Jas. H. Smith,
do.
do.
G. L. Stearns,
for collection of Peaches,
M. H. Simpson,
do.
do.
H. Vandine,
for collection of Plums,
S. G. Damon,
do.
do.
Mrs. T. W. Ward,
do.
do.
J. B. Kendall, for collection of Foreign Grapes,
C. E. Grant,
do.
do.
do.
Amos Bates, for IS'ative Grapes,
J. F. C. Hyde,
do.
do.
W. H. Wilcox,
do.
do.
J. W. Bailey,
do.
do.
L. C. Bicker,
do.
do.
J. y. Wellington,
do.
do.
State Keform School,
do.
do.
Mrs. R. Johnson,
do.
do.
B. B. Davis,
do.
do.
F. Dana,
do.
do.
m 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
6 00
4 00
2 00
2 00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
56
MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Asa Clement, for Xati^
^e Grapei
s, ...
S2 00
M. P. AVUder,
do.
do.
- - .
2 00
Geo. Lincoln, Jr.,
do.
do.
■ - -
1 00
C. Bennett,
do.
do.
-
1 00
John Dingwall,
do.
do.
Silver Medal,
Chas. J. Powers,
do.
do.
- - _
1 00
Geo. Walsh,
do.
do.
.
1 00
The awards, amounting i
to $901, ]
tiave been made to the following per-
sons : —
Hovey & Co.,
-
$72 00
Joseph H. Fenno,
$7 00
r. & L. Clapp, -
-
68 00
Jonathan French,
7 00
Alex. Dickinson, -
-
55 00
E. A. Brackett, -
7 00
Henry Vandine, -
-
52 00
W. C. Strong, -
6 00
J. W. Foster,
-
30 00
M. H. Simpson, -
6 00
Davis & Bates, -
-
28 00
J. C. Park,
6 00
C. S. Holbrook, -
-
26 00
Mrs. T. W. AVard,
6 00
Francis Dana,
-
23 00
Geo. H. Dickei-man,
6 00
K. W. Turner, -
-
20 00
Warren Heustis, -
6 00
Jas. Eustis,
-
18 00
J. B. Moore,
6 00
Josiah Stickney, -
-
17 00
John Peirce,
5 00
Asa Clement,
-
17 00
H. S. Mansfield, -
5 00
B. B. Davis,
-
17 00
John L. D'Wolf, -
5 00
Wm. A. Crafts, -
-
16 00
Augustus Parker,
5 00
J. E. Poor,
-
16 00
R. L. Saville,
5 00
Jesse Haley,
-
15 00
Wm. Cruikshank,
5 00
M. P. Wilder, -
-
15 00
John Falconer, -
5 00
C. E. (Grant,
-
15 00
Amos Bates,
5 00
Mrs. F. B. Durfee,
-
13 00
Wm. P. Butterfield,
5 00
Horace Partridge,
-
12 00
H. H. Hunnewell,
5 00
Jacob Eaton,
-
11 00
Joseph Clark,
5 00
R. W. Ames,
-
11 00
John Savage, Jr.,
5 00
Jas. F. C. Hyde, -
-
11 00
W. Miller,
4 00
James Nugent, -
-
10 00
G. W. Harding, -
4 00
A. J. Dean,
-
10 00
J. B. Loomis,
4 00
R. S. Rogers,
-
9 00
William Gray, Jr.,
4 00
James H. Smith,
-
9 00
P. R. L. Stone, -
4 00
J. C. Chase,
-
9 00
11. Barker,
4 00
Andrew McDermott,
-
8 00
James A. Stetson,
4 00
S. A. Shurtleff, -
-
8 00
Geo. B. Cordwell,
4 00
Walker & Co., -
-
8 00
George Peirce, -
4 00
Josiah Newhall, -
-
8 00
Hiram Emerson. -
3 00
George Hill,
-
8 00
Samuel Sweetser,
3 00
P. J. Stone,
-
7 00
C. H. Gallup,
3 00
FRUIT COMMITTEE'S REPORT.
57
Thomas Groom, -
Galeu Merriam, -
W. H. Barnes, -
J. W. Bailey,
J. B. Kendall,
W. H. Wilcox, -
John W. Dodge, -
Joseph Breck,
Mrs. J. W. Smith,
C. F. Brackett, -
A. B, Shedd,
John A. Kenrick,
H. L. Chase,
John Mahoney, -
Josiah Crosby, -
Justin Jones,
C. C. Dike,
S3 00 Geo. L. Stearns, - - $2 00
3 00 L. C. Kicker, - - 2 00
3 00 J. V. Wellington, - 2 00
3 00 State Keform School, - 2 00
3 00 Mrs. K. Johnson, - 2 00
3 00 A. H. Kanisey, - - 1 00
2 00 W. II. Hollis, - - 1 00
2 00 J. E. M. Gilley, - - 1 00
2 00 Wm. P. Baker, - - 1 00
2 00 G. G. Hubbard, - - 1 00
2 00 Geo. Lincoln, Jr., - 1 00
2 00 C. Bennett, -' - 1 00
2 00 Chas. J. Powers, - - 100
2 00 Geo. Walsh, - - 1 00
2 00 S. G. Damon, - - 1 00
2 00 J. T. Foster, - - 1 00
2 00
Amount of Premiums oflFered at Exhibitions, during the Season,
" " " Annual Exhibition,
Special premiums offered at Annual Exhibition,
'' " " by individuals,
Reserved for Gratuities, -
Amount awarded at Weekly Exhibitions
Whole amount of awards,
Amount of appropriation unexpended.
S402 00
- 512 00
- 25 00
- 50 00
- 161 00
S1150 00
in premiums.
$267 00
" Gratuities,
43 00
" at Annual Exhibition in
n
premiums, -
$410 00
" of Special Premiums, -
25 00
" in Gratuities,
156 00
$310 00
$591 00
$901 00
$249 00
58 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
REPOET OF THE COMMITTEE ON VEGETABLES,
Foil THE Yeak 18GG.
BY CHARLES N. BKACKETT, CHAIRMAN".
In presenting their Annual Report, your Committee take this oppor-
tunity of expressing their great gratification in being able to congratu-
late the members of the Society for the marked improvement in this de-
partment upon previous years, not only in the quantit}^ of the vegeta-
bles offered for competition, but in their quality, number of varieties
newly introduced, uniform smoothness of growth, and beauty of appear-
ance.
And 3'our Committee cannot refrain from tendering their thanks to
contributors for their exertions, and also hope that the success of the
past season under favorable circumstances, inay prove a stimulus to them
for future effort.
The duties of the Committee, previous to the opening of the Hall, we re-
gret to say, were very light. The displays of forced vegetables, although
satisfactory in regard to quality, were not as numerous as we hope to
see in future.
January 6. Anthony Hatch exhibited very fine Tennisball lettuce,
the first of the season.
January 27, and February 3. Very fine and well grown Tennisba|l
lettuce was shown by Josiah Crosb}^ and radishes by Warren KawsoiJ.
March 3. Andrew F. Allen exhibited Tennisball lettuce and radishes,
well grown and excellent, for which he received a gratuity.
March 31. E. A. Brackett placed upon the table six varieties of Eng-
lish Prize cucumbers, splendidly grown, some of the specimens measur-
ing upwards of twenty inches in length. The varieties were,
1 pair Minster Abbey, 1 pair Berkshire,
1 " Manchester Prize, 1 " Sir Colin Campbell,
1 " Stillwell's Matchless, 1 " Cathill's Highland Mary.
A gratuity of five dollars was awarded Mr. Brackett for the collection.
The interest in the Weekly Exhibitions appears to be increasing, but
there is still room for improvement, and it is hoped that vigorous efforts
will be made by contributors to this department in the future, to make
the weekly displays still more interesting.
During the past season several new candidates for public favor have
been placed upon the table, prominent among which we notice the Early
Goodrich potato, exhibited for the first time this season at the Weekly
VEGETABLE COMMITTEE'S REPORT. 59
Exhibitions. Tliis is the last and best of the vahiable new varieties
raised b}^ the late Eev. C. E. Goodrich, Chaplain of the State Lunatic
Asylum at Utica, New York, who, during a course of experiments, ex-
tending through fifteen years, raised and tested over sixteen thousand
seedlings. The Goodrich is a seedling of the Cuzco, very early, healthy,
enormously productive, and of the finest table quality; long, smooth
eyes, on the surface, flesh and skin white, said to be the best of all Mr.
Goodrich's productions.
Full grown specimens of this potato were shown at the Philadelphia
Horticultural Society's Exhibition on the 16th of June last, which took
the first prize over all other sorts.
Erom the favorable accounts received from all directions where this
potato has been grown, together with oui* own experience with it during
the past season, we recommend it with confidence, believing it will prove
a valuable early market variety.
Simons' Extra Eaely Beet. — Introduced last season from Phila-
delphia by the Chairman, maintains its well earned reputation. It is
quite an improvement on the Bassano, being quite as early, smooth, of a
blood red color, and very handsome shape.
Keyes' Eakly Prolific Tomato. — This new variety was originated
by Mr. C. A. Keyes, of Worcester, in 1864. It came up in a plot of
ground where several varieties had been grown the preceding year. Not
having the appearance or the usual smell of the tomato plant, Mr. Keyes
transplanted it out of curiosity. The i^lant produced a cluster of fruit,
twenty in number, within twelve inches of the root of the plant, ripening
at least thirty days earlier than any of the several varieties in Mr. Keyes'
grounds. This year he tested it with the Tilden and other leading kinds,
and found it thirty days earlier than either. Whole clusters, from six to
twenty in a cluster, of the Prolific were fully ripe, while the Tilden con-
tained but one single specimen on the vine. The fruit of this variety
grows in clustei-s, from seven to twenty clusters on a vine, with the fruit
not over eighteen inches from the root. The foliage is very large, some
of the leaves measiiring eight inches in length by six inches breadth,
entirely distinct from other varieties. Fruit of medium size, uniformly
smooth, solid, and of excellent flavor.
Mr. Keyes exhibited both fruit and foliage of this tomato at the An-
nual Exhibition, and it is, in the opinion of the Committee, a new and
distinct variety, and worthy of trial. In order to preserve this or any
other variety in its purity, seed for jDlanting should be saved only from
the smoothest, best formed, and earliest ripened fruit. All the varieties
rapidly degenerate if grown from seed taken from late, immature fruit,
remaining on the plants at the close of the season.
60 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Pekin Black Egg Plaxt. — Introduced by Messrs. Hovey & Co.,
the past season, is a native of China. It is veiy distinct in its cliaracter.
Fruit very large, round, of a purplish black color, weighing from five to
seven pounds each, very prolific, and of excellent quality. Plant erect,
vigorous, without thorns; leaves, oblong, and of a dark bluish-black
color, quite ornamental. Messrs. Ilove}'^ & Co. exhibited fruit of this
new Egg Plant at the Annual Exhibition, which attracted considerable
attention.
Large Eussiax Sun Floaver, is a variety recently introduced,
grows to a large size. "With good cultivation this variety has been known
to produce heads twenty inches in diameter. It is cultivated for its seeds,
which are very large, and said to produce a salad oil of superior quality.
The show of vegetables, at the Annual Exliiliition, Avas in all respects
a good one; the tables literally groaned under the weight of the valu-
able varieties with which they were covered. There Avere many points
of great excellence in this department Avhich were especially deserving
mention, and first of all Ave shall notice that feature which particularly
called forth the admiration of visitors, the splendid collection of cauli-
floAvers, brought out in competition for the Silver Cup. These were
shoAvn in great perfection, especially those from James H. Smith, gar-
dener to Francis Skinner, Esq., to whom the Cup was awarded for the
best three. Mr. Smith made a really fine shoAv, and well deserved the
praises and the prizes that Avere aAvarded him so freely. Competition was
unusually brisk hoAvever, there being no less than eight entries for the
prize, Mr. J. C. Convers foIloAving very closely after Mr. Smith with three
splendid specimens, taking the second Cup offered by the Committee.
As the Committee propose to offer another Cup at the next Annual Ex-
hibition for the same object, Mr. Smith Avill have to look Avell after his
laurels.
Mr. C. W. Gleason, of Holden, Avho makes the cultivation of the po-
tato a speciality, contributed seventy -five distinct varieties of this valua-
ble esculent, constituting a prominent and very interesting feature of the
exhibition. Mr. Gleason has also several ncAV and very promising seed-
lings not yet introduced, and among them one from the Early Goodrich,
which he considers an acquisition.
To particularize the productions, hoAvever, Avould consume more time
and space than can well be alforded, and Ave must content ourselves,
therefore, with adding here, that the contributions from the different
competitors were in most instances remarkably fine, and in great variety,
and bore ample evidence of good culture and well directed skill in their
cultivation.
VEGETABLE COMMITTEE'S REPORT. 61
GRATUITIES AWARDED EOR FORCED VEGETABLES
PREVIOUS TO OPENING OF THE HALL.
Jau'y 6. To Anthony Hatch, for Tennisball Lettuce, - $2 00
" 27. To Josiah Crosby, " " - 2 00
Feb'y 3. To Warren Rawson, for Radishes, - - - 1 00
March 3. To Andrew F. Allen, for Tennisball Lettuce, - 2 00
" 31. To E. A. Brackett, for six varieties Cucuml^ers, - 5 00
PRIZES AWARDED AT THE WEEKLY EXHIBITIONS
DURING THE SEASON.
Asparagus. — For the best, to John B. Moore, - - $4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Beets. — For the best, to George Hill, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to James H. Smith, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - - 2 00
Beans. — For the best, to Bowen Harrington, - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best two quarts Early Shelled, not awarded, - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best two quarts of Large Lima, to Geo. Leland, - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best two quarts of Small Lima, or Sieva,not awarded, 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Cabitages.— For the best, to Geo. Hill, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - 2 00
Carrots. — For the best Long Orange, to Josiah Crosby, - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best Scarlet or Early Horn, to James H, Smith, - 3 00
For the next best, open culture, not awarded, - - 2 00
Cauliflowers. — For the best, not awarded, - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Celery. — For the best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Corn. — For the best Sweet Corn, to Jonathan French, - - 4 00
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to C. N. Brackett, - - - 2 00
Cucumbers. — For the best pair, under glass, to Jas. Comley, 4 00
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to James Comley, - - - 2 00
62 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Egg Plant.— For the best, to Geo. L. Stearns, - - $3 00
For the next best, to J. P. Bush, - - - - 2 00
Lettuce. — For the best, to Bowen Harrington, - - 4 00
For the next best, to James Comlej, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Oxioxs.— For the best, to Geo. Hill, - - ■- - 3 00
For the next best, to James II. Smith, - - - 2 00
For the best peck, dried, any variety, to C. II. Laughton, - 4 00
Parsnips. — For the best, to James II. Smith, - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Potatoes. — For the best, to J. P. Bush, - - - 4 00
For the next best, to Geo. Hill, - - - . 3 00
For the next best, to " - - - - 2 00
Peas. — For the best Early, to George Leland, - - - 4 00
For the next best, to F. T. Bush, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best Late, to Bowen Harrington, - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Rhubarb. — For the best twelve stalks, to James Nugent, - 4 00
For the next best, to Samuel Sweetser, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to George Dorr, - - - - 2 00
Eadisii. — For the best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 2 00
Squashes. — For the best, to Jonathan French, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best Scollop Squash, not awarded, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not aAvarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best six Marrow Squashes, to Josiah Crosby, - 4 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 3 00
Tomatoes. — For the best, to Geo. Leland, - - - 4 00
For the next best, to Bowen Harrington, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 1 00
TuRKiPS. — For tbe best, to Jonas Gammell, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Watermelons. — For the best pair, not awarded, - - 4 00
Melons. — For the best Greenflesh, not awarded, - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the largest and best display of Vegetables during the
season, to George Hill, - - - - - 10 00
GRATUITIES AWARDED AT WEEKLY EXHIBITIONS.
Elbridge Wason, for Cauliflower, - - - - S2 00
Josiah Crosby, for Early Ox Heart Cabbage, - - - 2 00
James Comley, for Collection, - - - - - 4 00
VEGETABLE COMMITTEE'S REPORT. 63
Mrs. Abner Pierce, for Early String Beans, - - - |!2 00
David Ilill, for Cabbage, 2 00
George Dorr, for Collection, - - - - - 2 00
Walter Kussell, for Summer Squashes, - - - - 2 00
" " Long Orange Carrots, - - - 2 00
Mrs. Abner Pierce, for Early Shelled Beans, - - - 2 00
Walter Kussell, for Marrow Squashes, - - - - 2 00
Mrs. Abner Pierce, for Marrow Squashes, - - - 2 00
C. N". Brackett, for Tilden and Cook's Favorite Tomatoes, - 2 00
James H. Smith, for Cauliflowers, - - - - 2 00
James Comley, for Collection. Harris's " Insects Injurious to
Vegetation."
Walter Russell, for Greenflesh Melon, - - - - 1 00
C. K. Brackett, for Egg Plants, - - - - - 1 00
George Hill, for Collection, - - - - - 3 00
Bowen Harrington, for Rhubarb and Asparagus, - - 1 00
George Dorr, for Rhubarb, - - - - - 1 00
John B. Moore, for Asparagus, - - - - - 2 00
C. N. Brackett, for Early Goodrich Potatoes and Egg Plants,
Harris's " Insects."
George Dorr, for Lettuce, - - - - - 1 00
Josiah Newhall, for new Cucumbers, - - - - 1 00
D. Zirngiebel, for Tilden Tomatoes, June 20th, - - - 1 00
Hovey & Co., for Tilden Tomatoes, - - - - 1 00
Bowen Harrington, for Celery, - - - - - 1 00
PRIZES AWARDED AT THE AN:N'UAL EXHIBITION.
Beets. — For the best, to Anthony Hatch, - - - $4 00
For the next best, to George Hill, - _ . .
For the next best, to J. Fillebrown, - - - .
For the best Long Blood, to G. W. Pierce, - . .
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - - .
For the next best, to James H. Smith, . . ,
Carrots. — For the best Short Scarlet, or Early Horn, to Geo.
W. Pierce, -------
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - - .
For the next best, to John L. D'Wolf, - - -
For the best Long Orange, to Walter Russell,
For the next best, to John FillebroAvn, . . -
For the next best, to A. F. Allen, . - - -
Corn. — For the best Sweet, to Bowen Harrington,
For the next best, to J. J. H. Gregory, - . .
For the next best, not awarded, - -
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
64 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Corn. — For the best in eating, to B. Harrington,
For the next best, to J. J. H. Gregory, - . -
For the best Yellow or Field, not awardecl, - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . _ - -
For the next best, not awarded, - _ - .
Cranberries. — For the best, not awarded, - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . - . .
MusKMELONS. — For the best Greenflesh, to A. F. Allen,
For the next best, to Walter Kussell, ...
For the next best, to J. Fillebrown, - - - -
Watermelons. — For the best, to J. B. Moore,
For the next best, to James IT. Smith, . . -
For the next best, to George Leland, ...
Parsnips. — For the best Turnip-rooted, to James H. Smith, -
For the next best, to C. N. Brackett, ...
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the best Long, to George Hill, - - - .
For the next best, to Walter Eussell, _ . .
For the next best, to John L. D'Wolf, . - .
Potatoes. — For the best six varieties, to James II. Smith,
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, . - - -
For the next best, to D. & G. F. Stone,
For the best peck of Jackson, to S. A. Merrill,
" " Garnet Chili, to J. H. Smith, -
" " Sebec, to John Fillebrown,
" " Worcester Seeedlings, not aAvarded,
" " Early Detroit, not awarded,
" " Davis Seedling, to Samuel Hartwell,
Squashes. — For the best Marrow, to Geo. Hill,
For the next best, to A. F. Allen, . - - -
For the next best, to George Dorr, - . - -
For the best Hubbard, to Seth W. Hathaway,
For the next best, to John Fillebrown, . . -
For the next best, to Geo. W. Pierce, ...
For the best Canada, to Geo. Hill, . - - -
For the next best, to B. Harrington, „ . .
For the next best, to Geo. Dorr, ....
For the largest and best Mammoth, not less than 100 lbs., to
Moses Hunt, the Society's Silver Medal, . - -
For the next best, to Anthony Hatch, . - -
Turnips. — For the best, to Jonas Gammell, . - -
For the next best, to Samuel Hartwell, . - .
For the next best, not awarded, ... -
$5 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
6 00
.5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
VEGETABLE COMMITTEE'S REPORT. 65
Tomatoes. — For the best three varieties, to C. N. Brackett, -
For the next best, to Geo. W. Pierce, ...
For the next best, to James Comley, ...
For the best single dish, to Geo. Dorr, - . - .
Cauliflowers. — For the best, to Andrew F. Allen, -
For the next best, to James H. Smith, . . _
For the next best, to C. X. Brackett, . . -
Cabbages. — For the best Drumhead, to Seth ^V. Hathaway, -
For the next best, to James H. Smith, ...
For the best single specimen, not less than thirty-five pounds,
to Seth W. Hathaway, 40 lbs., ....
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, 35 lbs., ...
Red Cabbage. — For the best, to James H. Smith,
For the next best, to C. N. Brackett,
For the best Savoy, to James, Comley, ...
For the next best, not awarded, - - - .
Horse Radish. — For the best, to John Fillebrown,
For the next best, to A. F. Allen, - - - .
Peppers. — For the best, to Geo. Dorr, - - . -
For the next best, to C. N. Brackett, ...
Onions. — For the best peck, any variety, to Samuel Hartwell,
For the best five varieties, to James H. Smith,
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - . . .
For the next best, to Samuel Hartwell, - . .
Egg Plants. — For the best Long Purple, to Geo. Hill,
For the next best, to C. ^N". Brackett, ...
For the best Round Purple, to Geo. Hill, ...
For the next best, to Elbridge Wason, ...
Pumpkins. — For the best, not less than tour, and not less than
twenty pounds each, the Society's Silver Medal, to Wal-
ter Russell.
For the next best, to S. G. Damon, - - - - 3 00
Cauliflowers. — For the best three exhibited at the Annual
Exhibition, to James H. Smith, the Special Prize of a
Silver Cup, valued at - - - - . . 15 qO
For the next best three, to J. C. Converse, a Silver Cup
(Gratuity by the Committee), valued at - - - 10 00
GRATUITIES AWARDED AT THE ANNUAL EXHIBITION.
C. W. Gleason, for collection 75 varieties Potatoes, - - $^5 00
Mrs. Abner Pierce, for collection, - - - - 5 00
AV. C. Harding, for do. . - - . 3 qq
J. J. H. Gregory, for do. - ... 2 00
5
S4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00.
<3<> MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
James Comley, for collection, - - . .
Hovey & Co., for New Black Fekin Egg Plant,
"■ " for collection, - - . .
J. R. Poor, for Turban Squash, - . - .
F.B.Hayes,- for collection,
G. J. & J. I. Munroe, do. - - .
E. Wason, do. ...
(Jeorge Leland, do. - . .
Josiah Crosby, do. ...
J). & G. F. Stone, do. - - .
John L. D'Wolf, do.
F. Alley, do. - . .
Jonas Garamell, do. - . .
S. A, Carleton, for Squashes, - - > .
(t. Pierce, for 12 Squashes, - . . .
"\Vni. Richardson, for collection. - - . .
Josiali Newhall, for do. - , . .
U 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
LIBRARY committee's REPORT. 67
REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON THE LIBEAEY,
For the Year 1866.
by f. parkman, chairman.
Your Committee are happy to report that, during the past year, the
circulation of books has increased one third over that of the year pre-
ceding. As arrangements have been made which will give greater facil-
ities of access to the Librarj^ it is to be hoped that the next year will
show a yet larger increase. Books may henceforward be taken cut or
examined throughout the business hours of every week-day.
The great necessity of the Library is a good catalogue, of which every
member of the Society should have a cojDy. To make one such as will
eftectually answer its purpose and not discredit the Society, requires the
services of a person accustomed to work of this kind and acquainted
with foreign languages. Such a one can be employed at the rate of
twenty dollars a week, and as the catalogue can certainly be made with-
in the space of a month, the outlay will be small. Your Committee re-
quest that you will authorize them to have this work done.
The number of costly illustrated books in our collection, while it makes
the library exceedingly valuable relatively to the number of volumes
contained in it, at the same time calls for care and precaution in its use.
A^''hile the greater part of the books may be allowed a free circulation,
it is indispensible to the interests of the Society that others should be
consulted in the library-room alone, or be permitted to leave it only by
a special vote of the Committee.
The reduced rates of exchange, will, it is hoped, make it possible to
import during the next year, at a reasonable price, several valuable books
which hitherto it has been impossible to procure without too great an
outlay, notwithstanding our exemption from the payment of duties.
The expenditure for the past year amounts to S407.06, of which a por-
tion was on account of purchases of the preceding year. A balance of
^72 94 is now on hand, but it will be covered by orders already given
for books.
The following books were purchased during the past year: —
Album de Pomologie, 4 vols., 4to.
Miller's Gardener's Dictionary, 3 vols., 8vo.
Worcester's Large Dictionary, 1 vol., 4to.
Grevelle's Scottish Flora, G vols., royal Bvo.
QS MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Hoare on the Cultivation of the Grape, 1 vol., 12mo.
Nolan on Domestic Fowls, 1 vol., 12mo.
My Vineyard of Lakeveine, 1 vol., 12mo.
How to Farm two Acres, 1 vol., 18mo.
The Hive and the Honey Bee, 1 vol., 18mo.
The Apiary, 1 vol., l*2mo.
Glenny's Culture of Flowers, 1 vol., 12mo.
" Practical Gardening, 1 vol., 12mo.
"• Gardener's E very-day Book, 1 vol., 12mo.
" Culture of Fruits and Vegetables, 1 vol., 12mo.
" Farming for the Million, 1 vol., 12mo.
" Gardening for the Million, 1 vol., 18mo.
" Properties of Fruits and Vegetables, 1 vol., ISnio.
Mann's Every Man his own Gardener, 1 vol., ISmo.
Gardener's and Farmer's Eeason Why, 1 vol., 12mo.
Poultry Keeper's Manual, 1 vol., 12mo.
Science and Practice of Gardening, 1 vol., 18mo.
Vine Manual, 1 vol., 12mo.
Fruit Manual, 1 vol., 18mo.
Orchard Manual, 1 vol., 18mo.
Spring and Winter Garden, 1 vol., 18mo.
In door Garden, 1 vol., 18mo.
Out door Garden, 1 vol., 18mo.
Pearson on the Orchard House, 1 vol., 18mo.
Hussman on the Grape, 1 vol., 12mo.
Lindley's Digitalis, 1 vol., folio.
Hooker's Journal of Botany, 4 vols., Bvo.
Gilpin's Landscape Gardening, 1 vol., royal Bvo.
Hughe's Garden Architecture, 1 vol., Svo.
Forsyth on Fruit Trees, 1 vol., 8vo.
The following donations have been received : —
Transactions of the Illinois Horticultural Society.
Transactions of Essex County Horticultural Society. ,
Report of the Michigan State Board of Agriculture.
Proceedings of the American Antiquarian Society.
Breck's Book of Flowers; last edition.
Parkraan's Book of Roses.
Band's Garden Flowers.
Strong on the Grape Vine.
Burr's Field and Garden Vegetables.
Transactions of the Alton Horticultural Society.
Memoirs of the Boston Society of !N'atural History.
LIBRARY committee's REPORT. 69
The following periodicals have been taken: —
Knglisii. Cottage Gardener.
Gardener's Chronicle.
Gardener's "Weekly Magazine.
Curtis's Botanical Magazine.
Floral Magazine.
Florist and Pomologist.
Farmer's Magazine.
Journal of Agriculture.
Journal of the London Agricultural Society.
FREXCn. Eevue Horticole.
Illustration Horticole.
Flore des Serres et Jardins de TEurope.
AmekicAjST. Boston Cultivator.
Massachusetts Ploughman.
Xew England Farmer.
Ohio Farmer.
California Farmer.
Gardener's Monthly.
Horticulturist.
Magazine of Horticulture.
American Farmer.
Country Gentleman,
American Horticulturist.
Silliman's Journal of Science and Art.
Your Committee hope that the usual appropriation for the Library
will be made for the ensuing year.
F. PAEKMAN, Chairman.
70 MASSACBUSEITS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
EEPORT OF THE FLXANCE COMMITTEE.
Massachusetts Horticultural Society,"?
January, 1867. )
The Finance Committee report, that in conformity with Article No. 17
of the By-Laws, they have examined the books and accounts of the
Treasurer, and find the same correct and properly vouched.
The balance of cash on hand, .^"266.66, is on deposit to his credit at the
Tremont National Bank. They have also settled with the Proprietors
of the Mount Auburn Cemetery, and have received from them the sum
of §8,735.40, being the Society's proportion of the sales for the joiw
1866. They have, during the past year, exercised a constant supervision
over the property of the Society, and the acts of the Superintendent and
Treasurer. Since the By-Law uniting the two oflBces took eflect the
execution of the duties of the Committee has been very easy and pleas-
ant. As the Treasurer's report is so clear and full in its details, of the
transactions of the Society, for the past year, and of its present tinancial
position, the Committee deem it unnecessary to add thereto. They will
only say that the fidelity and zeal of the present incumbent seem to de-
serve the thanks of the Society, as they have certainly obtained the
warmest commendation of those who have officially been called upon to
notice them.
Respectfully submitted, by
JosiAii Stickney, y
Marshall P. Wilder, [» Finance Committee.
C. O. Whitmore, )
TREASURER'S ACCOUNT FOR 1866.
Receipts of Income.
By cash in Treasury, January 2, 1866, - - - - §7,077 54
For Admissions and Assessments, - .f 2,575 9.3
Rents from Stores, . - - - 11,450 00
Rents from Halls, . - - - 5,235 50
Received from Mount Auburn Ceme-
tery, for 1866, ... - 8,735 40
FINANCE committee's REPORT. 71
By cash received from Mount Auburn Ceme-
' tery (Balance, 1865), - - - $143 97
Gross Receipts from Rose Exhibition, 157 50
Gross " '• Annual " 1,091 00
Sale of Book Case and Rubber Hose, 43 00
Received from H. H. Hunnewell, for
Special Prizes on Roses, - - 260 00
29,692 30
136,769 84
Expenditures.
To cash paid in Prizes and Gratuities, - f 2,848 00
Salaries and compensations, in-
cluding that of Treasurer for
1865,
For Library, - - - -
Heating, less amount paid by
Tenants, ....
Coal bill, winter 1865^6,
Insurance for 5 years on build-
ing, S75,000, at li per cent, -
Insurance on Library 1 year, -
Interest, less dividends, -
Gas, .....
"Water, less assessed on tenants.
Expenses, Rose Exhibition,
Expenses, Annual Exhibition,
Taxes, . . - . -
Additions, alterations and re-
pairs on building, - - - 2,193 87
New furniture, refitting and re-
pairs, ... - - 1,464 65
Testimonial to W. R. Austin, 150 00
" " Dr. E. Wight, 100 00
" " F. L. Winship, 100 00
Extra service, (by vote of the
, Society) to R. M. Copeland, 1,000 00
Stationery, postage and print-
ing, 1,592 80
Labor and incidental expenses, 950 87
* This item includes the coal bill for the winter of 1866-67, but does not include the amounts
assessed upon the tenants for the same term payable next rent day.
2,286 66
427 06
804 56*
806 23
1,125 00
15 00
6,562 04
669 96
188 31
108 25
1,295 17
2,925 20
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MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Te cash deposited in Market Bank, to pay
Prizes and Gratuities awarded in
1866 — less $65 00 awarded Mr.
Ilunnewell, and by him generous-
ly presented to the Society, - S2,534 00
Amount paid for reduction of float-
ing: debt, r.,355 55
36,503 18
In the Treasury, - - - - 266 66
iB36,709 84
The Floating Debt of the Society, is - - - -
As an asset which may be applied to its reduction, we
have 107 shares, C. & P. llailroad, worth to-day, -
Leaving a balance of .__-_..
$35,000 00
8,132 00
$28,868 00
1,125 00
806 23
750 00
The Insurance on building
The bill for coal, for 1865,
The salary of Treasurer, for 1865, - - - -
Included in this year's expenses, amount to - - $2,681 23
The amount, $3,010 60, expended for additions and alterations of build-
ing, is added to the cost of building in making the present value of the
real estate.
"With our present rate of income, and a good degree of economy in
our expenditures, we may hope to very soon cancel the floating debt.
We may then be able to set aside, annually, such sums as will serve to
extinguish the mortgage debt at maturity; beside leaving to the Society
a large sura for current use in aid of the objects and aims of its
founders.
The property of the Society consists of its real estate, building and
furniture, costing at date, . . . . $249,082 87
Li))rary and glass ware, ... - 5,427 06
107 shares, C. & P. Eailroad, at 76, - - - 8,132 00
Cash in the Treasury, ... - 266 66
The Society owes a debt secured by mort-
gage of, $100,000 00
A floating debt of, - - - - 35,000 00
$262,908-59
135,000 00
Leaving a balance as the cost of the Soci-
ety's property at date, - - - $127,908 59
FINANCE committee's REPORT. 73
The usual custom, of leaving the prizes of the present 3"ear to be jDaid
during the succeeding one, has this 3'ear been departed from, as also the
payment of the coal bill, and some others, as more properly bringing the
work of the year within itself. This fact, together with the payment of
last year's salary of Treasurer, the insurance on building, a considerable
aiuoimt paid for addition and alterations to building and furniture, and
other exi^enditures, which are not liable again soon to occur, may ac-
count for the apparently small amount in which the floating debt has
been reduced. These expenditures nevertheless reduce the indebtedness
of the Society, and leave the income of another year to be more freely
applied to that jDurpose.
It will be seen by the figures that the income arising from the Halls is
very considerable, and it is believed that the amount may be iDermanent-
ly increased. The Stores remain rented as at the date of last Report.
In the capacity of Superintendent, your Treasurer has, with the concur-
rence of the Finance Committee, made such imjirovements and additions
to the fittings of our Halls as render them the most desirable rooms of
their class in the city, and assurances are such as warrant the belief that
our building will sustain our highest expectations of income, and at the
same time increase in favor with the better portion of our community,
as its facilities are better known. The rooms devoted to the use of our
members are open, during ordinary business hours, for reading and for
social intercourse. A cordial invitation is extended to all to make this a
place of resort and free use of the library. This last privilege will be
much f\icilitated by a very full and complete catalogue recently prepared
of our books. In closing this report, your Treasurer asks your kind for-
bearance Avith any apparent short comings. Undertaking as he did, at
a time of unusual activit}'- in the work of the Society, the untried position
of Treasurer and Superintendent combined, inexperience could only be
atoned for by an earnest desire and an honest purpose in the Society's
behalf. To the full and hearty support of the Finance Committee, and
the Society generally, belongs the credit of whatever success may have
crowned these eflbrts.
Respectfully submitted,
E. ^y. BUSWELL, Treasurer.
Boston, January 12, 1867.
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MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Statement of Sales of Lots
IN
THE Cemetery of Mount
Auburn, during
THE
; Year
1866.
Sales
u
it
in January,
" February,
" March,
-
-
S306 25
375 00
300 00
li
a
" April,
" May, -
" June,
-
-
5778 00
4941 75
4353 75
" July, -
" August,
-
-
5058 09
4399 76
11
u
" September, -
" October,
-
-
1905 00
3894 00
u
" li'ovember,
-
-
2215 75
u
" December,
-
-
3289 75
u
" Public Lot,
-
-
562 00
S37,379 10
Less.
July 7. Paid A. A. Barker, for Lot 3413, - 700 00
HfoY. 20. llefund E. B. Stickney and J. R. Poor, for
270 feet, not enclosed,
337 50
Less for expenses.
Massachusetts Horticultural Society, one-quarter.
Proprietors of Mt. Auburn Cem., three-quarters,
E. & O. E.
1,037 50
36,341 60
1,400 00
S34,941 60
8,735 40
26,206 20
434,941 60
GEO. WM. BOND, Treasurer.
Boston, December 31, 1866.
REPORT ON THE ROBIN. 75
ATTEMPT AT A REPOET OE THE COMMITTEE ON THE
"EOBIN, ETC."
BY JOHN li. EUSSELL, CHAIRMAN.
At a quarterly meeting of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society,
October 7, 1865, it was voted, " That a Committee be appointed to re-
view the former action of the Society in regard to the protection of the
Robin, and also to investigate in regard to the habits and food of that
and other birds, and report to the Society."
The President appointed Messrs. W. C. Strong, T. M. Brewer, F.
Parkman, J. W. P. Jenks, E. A. Brackett, H. W. Fuller, John
L. Russell, Chairman.
The first intimation the Chairman of the Committee had of the Soci-
ety's vote was on January 26, 1866, by an official letter from the Record-
ing Secretary, bearing date of January 19, 1866, as follows :
Boston, January 19, 1866.
Sir: — You are respectfully requested to attend a meeting of the Com-
mittee, of which you ai'e a member, at the library room of the Society
on
By order,
Chairman.
The members of the Committee will meet you at any time you will
name.
F. P. Denny, Bee. Sec.
To this I replied as follows: —
Salem, 26th January, 1866.
F. P. Denny, Recording Seci-etary, &c. :
Ignorant of the fact that I am on any Committee of the Massachusetts
Horticultural Society, from not being notified to that effect by the
Corresponding Secretary, I am, dear sir, unable to appoint any time of
meeting as proposed in your favor of 19th inst.
Respectfully yours, John L. Russell.
This reply was directed to the Recording Secretary, addressed to Bos-
ton, and sent by mail, and not having reached him was returned to me
from the Return Letter Office on April 5, 1866.
Shortly after I received the following: —
Boston, April 9, 1866.
Prof. Russell:
Dear Sir: — At a meeting of the Massachusetts Horticultural Socie-
ty, held on Saturday last, it was voted, " That the Recording Secretary
76 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Avritc to Prof. Russell, Chairman of the Committee on the Robin, and
request him to call a meetino: of his Committee as soon as possible,"
Very truly yours,
(Signed) F. P, Denny, Bee. Secretary.
On the IGth of April last, the Recording Secretary sent me a copy of
the vote passed October 7, ISGo, as noticed in the beginning of this re-
port.
Ascertaining what were the duties assigned your Committee, its Chair-
man called its several members to meet him on Saturday, May 5th, by
letter addressed to each, from one of whom he received reply that he
'' resigned his position as Professor of Zoology some five years ago, and
had not been at a single meeting of the Society since," &c.
In case of the robin, I am sure I could do no more than reproduce
my report published in the journal of the proceedings of the Society,
March, 1859. My casual investigations each year since have only con-
firmed that exhaustive investigation for robins in my locality.
I sincerely wish there might be some effective legislation to protect
birds, and i:)articularly by protecting their eggs, which are now destroyed
by wanton boys, by the wholesale, &c.
Yours trulj'',
(Signed) J. W. P. Jenks.
The 5th of May being the time of an adjourned meeting of the Socie-
ty for some important business, (By-Laws and Amendments previously
proposed,) scarcely more than casual conversation could be had by the
Committee. Such information as the Chairman could elicit then and sub-
sequently is here a^^pended.
The protection of the robin by legislative action seems to have origi-
nated in an idea of its importance as an insect destroyer. A bird of such
size, and seen at almost all seasons of the year, afforded a tempting mark
to gunners who are not professional sportsmen, and with those whose
tastes are not so particular as to the quality of the game they kill, this
bird might be regarded as an article of food.
The hardy character of the robin, by Avhich it endures our mild
winters, or returns very early in the spring from the Middle Slates,
necessitates it in being omnivorous, and negligent of any partiality to
particular food, taking whatever occurs to them at the time. The robin
bears a misnomer in its name, and having a red breast, it was called by
the first settlers of this country by the same familiar title that quite a dis-
tinct bird is known by in England. To distinguish the two, ours was from
the first called the American Robin, Avhile that retained the name of Robin
Red Breast. Through this unfortunate want of discrimination we have
attached somewhat the same sentiment to ours that belongs in the old
country and abroad to the Red Breast of Europe. The confiding and
REPORT ON .THE KOBIX. 7<
trustful behavior of the foreign bird is represented in the l)okI and dar-
ing impudence of our own species. The increase of gardens and of
horticultural operations, and the attendant increase of insects and smaller
fruits, have emboldened several other birds to visit such places on very
familiar terms. The earliness of our seasons, in their bright sunshine,
ripens and prepai'es a miscellaneous food for birds, when rearing their
young. Those whose instincts prompt them to seek insect food are
wonderful entomologists, flnding in the air the first denizens of that ele-
ment which the vernal breeze awakens to life. If this fails by cold and
snowy weather, a consequent destruction among their ranks occurs. Of
these the swallow tribe is familiar instance, and though one swallow does
not make summer, yet its appearance tells that its food has preceded its
coming.
Tho A'n3rican r^bin belong.^ to the thrushes, a large tamily, and i-ep-
resented in the fauna of Asia, Europe, Africa and America. Some of
the finest songsters are to be found among them, but their habits seem
to be nearl^g the same in every country. Worms, insects, snails and
fruits compose their food, and in Europe, where the garden snails abound,
such a bird is very useful in destroying these very destructive creatures,
whose shelly coverings protect them from external injury.
Although the thrushes are classed by Nuttall among the insectivorous
birds, it is evident that insects are but a portion of their food. The robin
is the only thrush whose habits we can readily notice, and the immunity
it has enjoyed renders it so bold that no ordinary means prevent its
visits on predatory excursions. The cherry, strawberry, raspberry,
blackberry and even pear are all laid under contribution, but we suspect
that this propensity to feed on fruit obtains most when the young need
some variety in diet. We are led to this opinion by noticing that sud-
denly, and as it were at once, some vines of the Dorchester blackberry
were unmolested, after repeated and continued feeding on the berries as
soon as they were soft and ripe. As to its taking Avorms and larvse there
can be no doubt, but how much these enter into its diet we have no data.
Its fondness for the common earth-worm or angle worm, (Lumbricus
tei-restris,) seems to indicate that flesh or muscle, lean diet so to speak,
were to its taste. The skill, dexterity and patience with which it seeks
this worm does not seem to be pursued towards subterraneous larvse, al-
though I have the assurance of Dr. Brewer that it greedily devoured
the cut worm (the gray grub or larva of the Agrotis) which he laid aside
for rearing the perfect insects, and to obtain which the robin followed
his steps closely when in the garden. This gentleman also asserted that
some Andrews pears, on becoming red long before ripening, were picked'
and perforated by robins, and in consequence rotted on the tree. Mr.
Brackett, also of your Committee, considers in view of such facts, that
the food of this bird may be much more miscellaneous than is supposed.
78 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
and that examinations of its crop, at different seasons of the year, wonkl
show that a h)ng catalogne onl}- could enumerate the articles on which
it feeds.
Having long laid aside the gun and ornithological studies, for which I
once used it, I have myself no opijortunity to test the value of the robin,
or American red breasted thrush, in a horticultural point of view. The
little fruit in the way of that bird which grows on my premises, I have
fully shared with the feathered tribes, caring more for them than for my
stores of fruit. But to those who depend on early and fine fruit for sale
and sujiport, it were no more than reasonable that a balance were struck
between the injury and the benefit; between the loss of crops and the
extirpation of their foes, the insects.
Nothing Init patient and constant annual and daily observation can
bring to us any certain and sure residts; and it may require that some
two hundred or three hundred birds fall in the cause of scientific inquiry,
as to the contents of their gizzards and stomachs, before the comparison
could be made.
Nature in her economy makes no discrimination and form's no excep-
tions. An expert entomologist only would be competent to decide among
the exuviae of skins and wings and elytra, to what class of insects each
belonged. The bird which fed on insects to-day and on berries to-mor-
row, if fitted by the power of wing or shape of mandibles, would snap
as eagerly at a harmless or even useful insect as at a destructive one.
It is by no means to be taken for granted that all insects are injurious,
and for what amount of the destructive class are we to permit the con-
trol over our fruits, often to our serious loss?
As one of your Committee to whom this subject has been referred,
the Chairman, while feeling authorized to speak only to a very limited
degree for other members, is placed, by being no more than an amateur
cultivator, in a position not quite advantageous to do the subject full and
impartial justice. The protection of birds, and their utility or injury, ap-
peals rather to his feelings and early education, touches the sentiment
rather than the pocket. The increasing varieties of fruit from year to
year, instead of glutting the market, only seems to swell the facilities of
disposing of it in mercantile ways. The President, (J. F. C. Hyde,
Esq.,) has shown this in the culture of the pear, and declared it was so
in 8trawl)erries, the price advancing every year. New species of insects
appear on our farms and in our gardens, transported by eggs or other
means, on foreign trees, scions, seeds, &c. It is evident that the more
there is raised for insects to destroy, so the more insects will be on hand
to destroy it. It is a constant question then whether we can spare any
means to diminish their numbers and the injury they effect. And if it
be allowed and should be found that the American robin is our friend at
periods of the season when insects must be its food, though a foe when
REPORT ON THE ROBIN. 79
its young need the succulent fruits to rear them, would it be wise policy
to remove the protection which our game laws have thrown around it?
Kg one but such of you who raise the smaller fruits for the market
can estimate the actual profit on each box of strawberries, raspberries
and blackberries. If it is as great as I suppose it may be, it seems to
me better to have more birds and less fruit, M'hich can be enjoyed only
by those who can aftbrd to pay such exorbitant prices. I do not know
whether any argument against the robin is based on the ditficulty of
raising such fruits to be sold at moderate or loio prices^ but the rather on
the seeming cupidity of the owner of the cherry tree, for example, who
would be glad to sell every quart for any amount of money he could ob-
tain. If it be then to make money and exorbitant profits, resort to some
mechanical protection, by nets or the like, were no bad resort, and better
than running any risk in extirpating a xiseful and pleasant bird. The
finest and rarest sorts of pears, the earliest or best peaches, and the finest
and choicest grapes will always command any price, quite enough to
remunerate the expense of raising them ; and so would it not be with the
cherry and other smaller fruits?
The Chairman of your Committee speaks with great diffidence on this
branch of the subject, and rejiresents so far as he knows no one's views
but his own. Having had some occasion to watch the market retail
prices on a single article, the rasj^berry, he feels that too much money
may be expected from this fruit. Indeed, why should it not be as cheap
as the wild berries, when the plants will grow anywhere, and better than
anywhere else, in the shade of trees, so that every garden could raise
enough for family consumption in spots where nothing else would grow?
Fruit growers who furnish the market doubtless have a different system
and make the raspberry an extensive crop. It should be the aim of all
agricultural pursuits to make the products of the farm, orchard and fruit
grounds as advantageous to the consumer as possible; and when on in-
crease of cultivation increase of purchasers shall be the ratio, the in-
crease should be leaning towards as wide a consumption as may be.
Feeling then, as I do, that it is yet an open question, regarding the
robin, and one which requires much time and careful investigation to de-
cide, I beg leave to refer the matter to such of you whose interests are
more in that way than are mine. But before closing this report let me
allude to another topic connected with your interests as fruit growers
and as cultivators in general. It must be evident that the possible ex-
tirpation of insects by birds is to be anticipated by the protection of the
smaller birds, such as those whose bills, slender, delicate and soft are
fitted to probe the blossoms of plants and extract the kinds of insects
which despoil our gardens. There are others, such as the swallow tribe,
which feed on the wing and take an immense amount of prey as food.
An accurate and observing entomologist assures me that he took from
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the bii'd-house, erected for the acconiinodution of the purple martin, a
quart of wing cases of the cucumber bug, (Galeruca vitfatcu) a most de-
structive insect, and which rears several broods in a single summer. The
warblers which visit us in the time of the aiiple blossoming, and of M'hicli
the summer yellow bird (Sylvia ccstivd) is a resident with us, the gar-
den wren, the humming bird, some of the smaller sparrows, others that
are seed eating even, are more especially insect devourers and should be
looked upon with favor. The red-eyed vireo is another which shoidd be
added to the list, and later the chickadee and the brown creeper, are our
fast and trusty friends. These smaller birds are the sure prey to worth-
less cats, and are liable to annoyance by thoughtless children who wan-
tonly rob or break down the nests.
Dr. Brewer, who speaks feelingly on this topic, from injury received
by the predatory character of the feline race, has suggested that the at-
tention of horticulturists should be turned in this direction. Indeed
while the questionable utility of dogs submit their owners to an annual
tax, and thus to a practical license to keep them, a similar tax should
be imposed on cats, which any one favorably disposed towards the race,
viewing them as rat-catchers or family pets, would be willing, or ought
to be willing to pay. Others, not collared or marked as licensed, would
become vermin, and at once submitted to such treatment as to diminish
their numbers and save our birds.
A few winter birds, such as the woodpeckers, come in for a thought;
and as to the actual value of the croM% the article of Mr. E. A. Samuels,
in the American Journal of Horticulture, could be read by profit for its
suggestions and facts.
A word on the delay of your Committee in making their Eeporl.
Your Chairman received from the Corresponding Secretary a vote passed
by the Society on the 8th of September, to the efiect that the Committee
be instructed to report on or before the lirst day of December. On re-
ceipt of this vote, September 17th, I notified the several members, desir-
inf^ to obtain from them any new facts, or any information that they
micht wish to communicate to the Society in the report. To this request
I received only two answers, one from W. C. Strong, Avho declares him-
self against the robin, feeling as he does, that its rapacious appetite for
fruit, and the destruction of it by right as it were on its part, lays the
cultivator under the necessity of resort to the gun. The other from Dr.
Brewer, whose views are embodied in this report.
Hoping that the action of the Society will lead it to a liberal and ju-
dicious course, and begging to be excused from any further considera-
tion of a topic I am unfit to decide upon.
I am very respectfully, &c.,
JOHN L. RUSSELL.
REPORT CONCERNING THE STATUES. 81
EEPOKT AND EESOLUTIONS CONCEENING THE STATUES.
At a regular rrieeting; of the Society, held July 7th, 1866, the following
Report from Turner Sargent was read by the President: —
On the -ith of February, 1865, II. H. Hunnewell, C. O. Whitmore,
B. P. Chenc}^ and Turner Sargent were constituted a Committee for
receiving donations, and placing upon the north and south corner but-
tresses of the first story of the Tremont Street facade of the Society's
new building, and also upon the centre crowning tablet of said facade,
three statues, and were authorized to cause the same to be erected.
The spontaneous and noble generosity of his three associates, who
have respectively presented to the Society, "Flora," "Pomona" and
" Ceres," leaves the Chairman but the simple duty of reporting, that
there now stands upon the Society's new building, three colossal statues,
one representing the Goddess of Flowers, one the Goddess of Fruits,
and one the Goddess of Grain.
They are symbolical and typical, and being such it is thought that
they are peculiarly appropriate, not only to the architecture of the
building itself, but to the principles by which the Society is actuated,
and by which it lives and flourL'«hes. In one sense the Society dis-
penses the beautiful, as is manifested in the flowers that decorate its
halls, in the fruits that gladden the eye, and in the grain that cheers the
heart, it is therefore that these statues, standing as they do, boldly and
bravely out in the sunshine and in the stone, show to the passer-by
the object and the aim of the Society, and make manifest its great
intention.
As it is inappropriate to descant upon the heroic beauty of the
Cyclopic Ceres, the playful gracefulness of the "Flora," or the
matronly dignity of the " Pomona," the simple fact only will be alluded
to that a few months since, the mighty boulder, that had been sleeping
amidst the granite hills of New Hampshire since the creation of the
world, was touched by the Ithuriel spear of art, and developed into
these embodiments of the good, the useful and the beautiful.
For this we are indebted to the gifted young artist (Martin Milmoro)
whose name is cut at the feet of the statues, indicative of his veneration
for art, and for his adoration of its mighty power.
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It is not irrelevant here to state, that mtich care and much thought
have been bestowed during the progress and completion of these
statues, on their design, and their adaptability, and if the gratification
of the eye touches some latent emotion of the heart of any gazer,
however careless or however humble, and leads the thoughts upwards
to the Great Creator, who guards the lily and protects the grain, then
these silent architectural interpretations will not have been presented or
erected in vain.
Turner Sargent.
At a subsc'(pient meeting the President offered the following resolu-
tions, which were unanimously^ accepted and ordered to be placed on the
Records and printed with the Transactions of the Society: —
liesolcal^ That the thanks of the Society be respectfully tendered to
B. P. Cheney, H. Hollis Hunnewell, and C. O. Whitmore, Esqs.,
for the munificent gifts of the three statues which adorn the Society's
Hall, and that the President be requested to transmit a copy of this
Resolution to each of the gentlemen named.
liesolved. That the Report submitted to the Society, July 7th, 1866,
by Turner Sargent, Esq., be entered in full upon the records, and
that the thanks of the Society be tendered to Mr. Sargent for the aid,
and interest taken by him, in the completion of the statues.
MR. hovey's address. 83
/VDDEESSES.
At the regular meeting of the Society, held on Saturday, January 5,
18G7, the retiring President, Charles M. IIovey, made the following
valedictory address: —
Gentlemen: —
Another year has been added to our existence, as a society, and we
are now assembled, at this season of fresh hopes and renewed endeavors,
to discharge the duties M^hich devolve upon us, and inaugurate the gov-
ernment for the present year. Our labors have been crowned with
success, and we gather together once more to participate in mutual con-
gratulations upon our prosperity and condition.
Everything combines to render this occasion one of more than ordi-
nary interest. It is the period when the newly elected oflicers enter
upon their official duties. It is the period when the appropriate Com-
mittee report the financial state of the Society, — its receipts and
expenditures, — and give us the valuation of our property. It is the time
when we are to listen to the suggestions of the President, and pass upon
important appropriations for the year. But even the new administration
which is to be inaugurated — the valuable reports to be presented — or
any other business would give it the interest which characterizes the
jjresent occasion. No, gentlemen, these are the expected and interesting
details of the January meeting, wiiich make you acquainted with the
progress of the Society in its onward march to a more elevated position.
The deep interest which attaches to this assemblage is, that the official
ties which have bound us together for four long, eventful, anxious years,
are now to be severed, and the pleasant business associations, though
often burdened with responsibilities and labors, in the erection of the
new Hall, are now and forever to be broken off. This event would be
viewed with sadness were it not that it is only officially that these ties
are to be sundered ; for released from the duties and cares of office, with
more leisure at my command, it will be a source of the highest gratifi-
cation to become once more a working member, "and bring the same aid
— the same zeal — the same enthusiasm — and the same earnest aspirations
— to the support of the Society, which have been exerted in its behalf for
more than thirty years.
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Entering upon the duties of President at a time when the conntry was
convulsed with civil war, — when property was considered almost value-
less— and our Society retired from its once prominent position to a place
scarcely known to the public, — it became a duty, as it was esteemed a
pleasure, to exert all the influence at mj"^ command, not only to maintain
the Society in the condition in which I found it, but to sjiare no time or
effort to give it more vitalit}' and force. Its name was honored — and
the memory of its founders revered. The effects of its early organiza-
tion were not only apparent in the neat cottage gardens — beautiful villas
— suburban r-etreats — and rural avenues everywhere in our neighborhood,
but the dead, who have found their last resting place beneath the shady
recesses of Mount Auburn, coidd they but speak, would chant the praises
of our intelligent and thoughtful predecessors, who, by their wise coun-
sels and broad views, conceived and carried out the great enterprise
which has established that "Sacred Garden of the Dead," and, in part,'
enabled us to rear this Temple, dedicated, forever, to the Science which
not only lills our gardens with radiant flowers and our orchards with
" Fiiirest fruit
Blossoms, and fruit at once, of golden hue,"
but adds that crowning grace, of embellishing the earth beneath whose
verduroxis turf all of us must some day slumber, with leafy boAvers,
under whose shade we may linger, seeking consolation for the lost and
loved. How strongly — yes, how vividly are we reminded of the great
achievement of establishing a cemetery as we survey the old burial
ground immediately before us, and contrast it Avith the diversified sur-
face,— the picturesque aspect and matchless beauty of Mount Auburn,
once known as "• Sweet Auburn," the dearly cherished name given by
him, who often meditated amid its silent dells, who had chosen it for
his home, Imt who surrendered it for our use,
" Sweet smiling village, loveliest of the plain."
In all that has been accomplished, it is pleasant to record the unanim-
ity and zeal with which I have been supported and sustained in all the
acts and duties of the four years it has been my lot to preside over you.
Success is not to be attributed to me alone, Tiut to my associates who
surveyed our position, and with triie courage, determined upon nobler
and greater issues. Such pioneers as Dearborn, Lowell, Cook, and
others, did not look to the dying out, or even neglect of an association
established for the great objects which were the constant pursuit and
diligent study of their lives. But bringing to the task intelligence, per-
severance atid skill, asserted and maintained the importance of every
exertion to develop a taste for Rural Art. None can appreciate more
fully than I do, the entire confidence you reposed in the Building Com-
MR. hovey's address. 85
mittee, when you placed unreservedly all the available funds of the Soci-
ety at their disposal; or ask for a more hearty co-operation in all the
varied changes which brought the structure to its final completion. I
have to thank you for this and other re^Deated acts of approval and ap-
probation.
The Society's Hall will compare favorably with any similar edifice in
the United States — and as a single isolated building, complete in itself,
it will, I think, be difficult to find its equal. Its interior accommodations
are no less perfect than its exterior design and finish, and without know-
ing the views of the members, generall}', I can only affirm that if the
means wei'e now at our command, I know not that it could be material-
ly altered or improved without additional ground. It is true some have
thought there was a want of room ; but this could only be had by our
extension to the rear, which it was not then, though it may hereafter be,
in the power of the Society to do. It was a matter, however, by no
means, overlooked.
And here, gentlemen, I must detain you for a moment in regard to
our Hall. Beautifi51 as the M'ell known skill and taste of our architects
who designed it could make it, within our means, its crowning charac-
teristic, which, more than anything else, typifies it as the Temple of
Horticulture, belongs to the elegant statues which dignify and adorn its
beautiful front. But they typify more than this; they reflect not only
the wealth which is ever ready to aid meritorious works, but the taste
which is now, happily, the frequent accompaniment of it. To the
princely merchants, M'hose only garden is the crowded avenue of the
noisy city — whose only flowers are the long lines of figures in the ledger
and bank book, and whose daily works are confined to the dusty count-
ing room — as well as the retired gentleman, Avhose beautiful grounds
exhibit so many of the beauties of nature embellished by art, — are we
indebted for generous acts, materially strengthening the position of the
Society; but more particularly for the gift of the graceful Statues of
Ceres, Pomona, and Flora. These enduring monuments of their gener-
osity will keep their names ever fresh in our memory.
The possession of a new building of so much larger proportions, has
naturally resulted in a change in the details of management; and in or-
der to accomplish all the great results wtiich the increased facilities of
the Society afford, and which were in part foreseen by your Building and
Finance Committees, it was found expedient and desirable to revise the
By-Laws to conform to the new state of things. This was not done, how-
ever, only after long and mature deliberation, and the alterations which
have been made, will, I have no doubt, work to the entire satisfaction of
every member, and add greatly to the income of the Society. All must
admit that such a valuable property as the Society now possesses, should
be placed in the hands, or under the care of, a responsible superintend-
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ant, who should he present here at all times to lease the halls, collect the
rents, keep the hnildinjr in order, attend to repairs, ojien the rooms to
strangers interested in horticulture, visiting our city, and in various ways
look after the wants of the members. The change, though efiected only
a few months ago, has already largely enhanced the income of the Soci-
ety, and aided in making more widely known the high value of the halls,
for various purposes required hy the public, over all similar edifices in
our city. Its constant almost uninterrupted occupation, for three months,
is the best evidence of its adaptation to the wants of our citizens. An
important change has also been made in placing the property under the
control of the Finance Committee, as they are to provide means, when
required, for the payment of all debts and mortgages. It has been
thought that they could be better intrusted Avith the charge and manage-
ment of the building. I think you will all agree that it is in competent
and responsible hands.
And here, gentlemen, you will ])ardon me for a brief allusion to our
late Treasurer, Capt. Austin, who for seventeen years has performed the
duties of the position so acceptably to all. During that long period,
commencing when the resources of the Society were limited, up to and
through the time of the erection of the hall, when the property had more
than quadrupled, and large amounts expended, there has been the same
uniform, systematic rendering of accounts, and miniiteness of detail that
characterize his private business. Xothing has been lost, and under his
careful management a great deal saved. Fortunate has the Society been
in the selection, as well as the keeping of sucli a faithful Ti'casurer.
All must regret the necessity of his resignation, in consequence of his
inability to attend to the increased labors of Superintendant and Treasurer
combined.
In like manner I might note the resignation of tlie tried and faithful
Librarian, and Superintendant of our weekly exhibitions. Years of
constant active labor in the duties of his office have made him well known
to all who visit the Society's rooms. After so long a 2)eriod, devoted more
to the Society because he sympathized with its objects, than for pecuni-
ary reasons, he now, with increasing years, finds i,t necessary to relin-
quish his services in our behalf. We can only hope that his place will
be filled by others equally zealous and faithful, and that the niemorj' of
so many years passed among books and flowers and tempting fruits,
will lighten his pathway in whatever direction it may lead.
I hardly need recount the labors and progress of four years with wliich
most of you are familiar. From the organization of tlie Society in 1829,
up to 18G2, a period of thirty-three years, with a list of members some-
times more and sometimes less, the entire number .Tune 1, 1862, was 571
The total number to-day is 936. In 1844, at the time of erecting the old
hall, the entire property was valued at .'?37,0.'51:.12, and the gross income
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$3,2.50. With many liberal and tiinclj" donations since then, the accum-
ulation from Mount Auburn, and the sale of the old hall, the property
was valued January 1, 1862, at $92,625.91, and the gross income .$10,550.
The property to-day, January 5, 1867, is valued at $270,000, and this
without taking into account the largely increased value of the land on
which the building stands, and the gross income foi: 18C0, $30,350. Yet
during the last twenty years the Society has awarded in prizes and
medals upwards of $50,000. It is a record of which any similar insti-
tution might be ]3roud.
In my brief remarks before you at the time of my inauguration, I al-
luded to the very great importance of offering liberal j^rizes, and have
since kept the subject before you, and it is especially gratifying to be
able to state, that the Society, from its good position has increased the
prizes gradually, during four years, from $3000 to $3600. In addition
to this there is the most acceptable donation of Mr. Ilunnewell, for
the encouragement of the rose, to the amount of ,$500, making the sum,
if there should be no further increase, of $4100 for 1868. If there is any
subject I would request you to keep constantly in remembrance, it is the
continued increase of prizes.
I can congratulate you, therefore, upon the very prosperous state of
affairs. IN"othing seems to be wanting which could give the Society ad-
ditional vigor and force. It enters upon the new year under auspices
which must be cheering to all. With its building finished, its fine
halls affording ample space for the exhibitions, with its greatly aug-
mented income, and the fair prospect of such an increase that it will ere
long be enabled to cancel its mortgages, and offer prizes equal to the
object it desires to encourage, with its list of members nearly doubled,
and with a President active and zealous in the cause, whose pomological
attainments will give to the Society that distinction which it has ever
been jealous to maintain, it cannot but go on reaping new honors, and
gathering fresh reno^vn.
I have little to add : yet in leaving the position I have held for four
years, I desire again to urge you to renewed exertions in your round of
duties, as members, as exhibitors, as cultivators, as lovers of plants and
flowers, of trees and Shrubs, or of fruits and vegetables. The standard
of horticulture in Massachusetts, and in our city and its neighborhood in
particular, is high. I think it was the late Mr. Downing who said, in some
remarks upon the progress of horticulture, that Boston was fifty years
in advance of ISTew York. But this I take to be a slip of the pen. That
we are more advanced I do not think will admit of a douljt. But whether
true or not, we wish to maintain the high standard and reputation alreadv
reached, and cal! upon the members of our Society to do their part in
the work.
Our country advances with almost frightful rapidity in every branch
of iulustry and material wealth. The telegraph is already too slow.
88 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
We annihilate sjiace and are not satisfied. In this restless advancing
indomitable spirit of our people there is danger — danger that our mate-
rial wants and objects will absorb oureesthetic and liner tastes. Wealth
is now accumulated rapidl}', and by millions, and it finds its outlet, not
so much in the country as in the busy city. We are uneasy in the quiet
retreat of the suburbs, away from the commotion and turmoil of the
great marts of trade, and the pleasant occupation of planting, as well
as the contemplation of Nature's handy work, becomes, after a time, labo-
rious and wearisome, or ceases to attract our attention. The shady
groves, the brilliant flowers, and even the ruddy fruits, the product of our
own hands, are neglected. The fresh air of the dewy morn, and the
gentle breeze of the summer eve lose their pleasant and invigorating in-
fluence, and we sigh for the excitement of the busy city, where we can
join in the bustle, bask in the exchange, or particijjate in the chances of
the gold-room.
It cannot be denied that a purely horticultural taste, — not a mere love
of show, the frequent appendage of wealth alone, — is diminishing rather
than increasing. I say this with deep regret, and perhaps you will dis-
sent from my opinion. By this taste I mean a real genuine love of the
country, of pleasure grounds and verdant lawns, of gardens and conser-
vatories, and all the accessories of a rural home, where ai'e gathered to-
gether the representatives of every clime, and Avhere, amid the noble
palms of the East, the fragrant orange trees of the South, or the gigan-
tic evergreens of the far West, we can always find, summer and winter,
new and unceasing sources of pleasure, instruction and delight. This
may be an extreme view; but it will serve to illustrate the idea I wish
to press upon you, to labor for the dissemination of a true, hearty love
of nature, and the thousand objects which contribute to the happiness
and comfort of a highly civilized and refined people. Induce our culti-
vators not to be content with the ephemeral beauty of the summer gar-
den, but to bring here and place upon your tables the rich and varied
products of every region of the globe, and the magnificent specimens
which the art of the cultivator has enabled him to rear. Ofter large
prizes, and create a laudable spirit of rivalry which shall not cease, but
continue to extend, until liberal wealth and cultivated taste shall be
usurped by sordid aims and gross desires.
It is not, said Gen. Dearborn, in his address to the Society in 1829,
" until the imperious demands of man — the multiplicity of riches — the
embellishment of letters, and discoveries of science — legislation and
jurisprudence — the honorable profession of arms — the love of music
painting, sculpture and architectui-e, — it is not until all these various ob-
jects of immediate interest, or of contingent and associated importance,
have been zealously pursued and successfully attained, that horticulture
unfolds her endearing: and exalted beauties. She forms the wreath which
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crowns the monument of an Empire's greatness, and takes rank among
the number, and becomes the most distinguished of tlie fine arts."
And now, gentlemen, again I have to thank you for the forbearance
which you have manifested in the discharge of my duties, and the many
tokens of friendship extended to me in my official career. Whatever
errors I may have committed have been of the head and not of the lieart.
I have endeavored to perform all the duties devolved upon me to the best
of my ability. I trast, at least, I have not sacrificed any interests of the
Society.
One single act remains to be performed, and my connection with the
Society as President will be terminated. It is to introduce to you my
successor, whom you have selected to preside over you. Into his hands
I commit all the duties assigned to me, assured he will so conduct the
affairs of the Society that its well-earned reputation will be preserved
and maintained untarnished to his successors. I tender to you, sir, my
kindest regards for your health and prosperity.
Gentlemen of the Society, I bid you adieu.
ADDRESS OF MR. HYDE.
On taking the chair, J. F. C. Hyde, the President elect, addressed
the Society as follows: —
Gentlemen of the Massachusetts HoiiTicuLTtrRAL Society: —
It is with great hesitation that I enter upon the duties, and assume the
responsibilities of the oflice you have so unanimously chosen me to fill.
I remember the many distinguished gentlemen and horticulturists that
have occupied this chair; men of culture, wealth and rank; men who
devoted their lives to the promotion of the beautiful in nature, who in-
augurated rural cemeteries, who built magnificent residences and sur-
rounded them with beautiful trees and flowers, who introduced new
fruits, who founded this Society, and who gave their time, their talents,
and their wealth freely to promote its interests. Some who now look
down upon us from the glowing canvas have passed to their reward,
leaving behind an honored name; others are yet alive, and some are with
us to-day.
Prominent among the living will stand the name of the retiring Pres-
ident. Under his watch and care the rough material has taken on forms
of beauty and elegance, rising higher day by day, until at last we are in
possession of this beautiful temple, dedicated to the pleasant pursuits
over which the Goddesses Ceres, Flora and Pomona, whose statues grace
this edifice, are supposed to preside. He has given the Society the ben-
efit of his extensive knowledge, excellent judgment, and untiring energy,
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during the whole term of his official service, which forms an important
epoch in its history, securing to us a home whicli we hope may stand for
many generations, and around which may cluster many pleasant mem-
ories.
During the past four or live years, though some of them have been
years of war and bloodshed, the Society has enjoyed luiusual prosperity,
both in respect to its income and increase of numbers. "We feel that our
Society is yet in its infancy, and believe there is a wide field of honora-
ble usefulness open before it. It is very gratifying to know that entire
harmony and imity prevails in our ranks, that nothing remains to trouble
us in the least, except a debt incurred in the erection of this building.
Under the judicious management of the Treasurer, assisted and advised
by the able Finance Committee, the oldest member may expect to see
the debt paid, and our Socict}' the happy owner of a splendid building
in one of the most convenient and pleasant locations in the city. The
portion of the building not needed by the Society is well rented for a
term of years, while the halls are quite a source of income, which, in ad-
dition to our yearly income from Mount Auburn, yield a large sum to
be applied to a reduction of the debt.
It will become necessary from year to year to increase our prizes, both
in number and amount, especially if there shall be that neglect of the
early small fruits that we have witnessed during the past three or four
years. There have been some important changes made in the Schedule
of Prizes for the ensuing year, which it is believed will prove to be im-
provements. The time for the weekly exhibitions has been changed from
Wednesday to Saturday, on which day they have been held for many
years. In fact it had become so fixed a habit to visit Horticultural Hall
on Saturday that it seemed almost impossible for some of the members
to become reconciled to any other day. We hope, as the change has been
made, that it will be satisfactory to all parties, and that vve may witness
durino- the year just opening richer and more extensive displays of fruits,
flowers and vegetables than have ever been seen in our hall. This result
may be attained if we will but put ourselves to the work with fresh zeal
and courage.
It shall be my constant endeavor, while I occupy this position, to co-
operate with you in all efforts to render our Society, still more worthy of
public esteem, to increase its members and usefulness, and thus fulfil the
hif»'hest hopes and anticiiiations of its founders.
Relying upon your kind forbearance and co-ojieration, I close by wish-
ing you one and all a happy new year.
MEMBERS FOR LIFE.
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MEMBERS
MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTUEAL SOCIETY.
DENOTES THE MEMBER AS DECEASED.
MEMBEES FOR LIFE.
*Adanis, Daniel, N'ewhury.
Adams, Georj^-e E., Medford.
Allen, John Fisk, Salem.
Ames, r. L., Easton.
Ames, F. M., Canton.
Ames, George, Boston.
Ames, P. A., "
Amoiy, Charles, "
Amoiy, James S., "
Andrews, Charles L., Swampscot.
Andrews, Frank W., Boston.
Andrews, W. T., "
Andres, Milton, Brookline.
Appleton, Edward, Beading.
*Appleton, Xathan, Boston.
*Armstrong, Samuel T., "
*Aspinwall, Augustus, Brookline.
Atkins, Elisha, Belmont.
Austin, "William R., Dorchester.
Avery, Edward, Boston.
Ayling, Isaac, "
Ayer, Adams, Boxhury.
*Babbitt, Isaac, Boston.
Bacon, George, Brookline.
Bailey, Edwin C, Boston.
Bailey, Kendall, Churlestoivn.
Barnard, James M., Boston.
Barnard, Rev. C. F., "
Barnes, Walter S., Somerville.
Barnes, William II., Boxhury.
Bartlett, E., Ken-huryport.
Barrows, Thomas, Dedham.
Barrett, Aaron, MaJden.
Barrett, James, S. Framingham.
Bates, Amos, Hingliam.
Bates, Caleb, "
*Bates, John D., Boston.
*Bancroft, E. P., Newton.
Bayley, John P., Boston.
Beal, Alexander, Dorchester.
Beeloe, James M., Boston.
Bemis, Emery, Cambridge.
Bickford, Weare D., Brighton.
Billings, Joseph II., W. Boxhury.
Birehard, Charles, IF. Cambridge.
Bird, John A., Brookline.
Black, J. W., Boston.
Blagg, Samuel, Waltham.
Blake, George B., Brookline.
Blaney, Henry, "
*Blodget, J. W., Boston.
Boardman, TVm. II., "
Bockus, C. E., Dorchester.
Bond, George W., Boxbury.
Bouve, Theodore T., Boston.
*Bowman, Abner H., "
Bowditch, A. C, Canibridgeport.
Bowditcli, J. Ingersoll, Boxhury.
Botame, John, Stoncham.
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Brackett, C. N., Newton.
♦Bradford, Samuel D., W.Boxhury.
Bradish, L. J., Boston.
Bradlee, J. B., "
, *Bradlee, Joseph P., "
♦Bradlee, Josiah, "
Breed, Andrew, Lynn.
Breed, Henry A., "
♦Brewer, Eliab Stone, Bnxbury.
Brewer, Gardner, Boston.
Brewer, John Reed, "
♦Brewer, Thomas, "
Brewer, Otis, Boxhurij.
Bright, Jona. B., Waltham.
Bright, William E., »
Brown, Ebenezer, Lynn.
Brooks, Francis, Medford.
Brooks, J. W., Milton.
Brooks, Peter C, Boston.
Buckminster, W. J., Maiden.
Burr, Fearing, Jr., Himjham.
Burr, M. H.,
Burnett, Joseph, Southhorowjh.
Burnham, T. O. H. P., Boston.
Butterfield, Samuel, W. Cambridge.
Butterfield, William P., "
Cadness, John, New York.
Capen, John, Boston.
Carruth, Charles, "
Carruth, Xathan, Dorchester.
Chandler, J. G. Roxbury.
Chapin, N. G., Brookline.
♦Chapman, Jonathan, Boston.
Chase, Daniel E., Watertoirn.
Chase, Hezekiah, S. Boston.
Chase, William M., Worcester.
Cheney, B. P., Boston.
Childs, N. R., Dorchester.
Clapp, E. W., Walpole.
Clapp, Frederick, Dorchester'.
Clapp, Lemuel, 2d, "
♦Clapp, Thaddeus, "
♦Clark, B. C, Boston.
Clark, W. L., Neponset.
Clay, Henry, Dorchester.
Clement, Asa, Dracut.
Cleveland, Ira, Dedham.
Cobb, Albert A. C, Brookline.
♦Codman, John, Dorchester.
Codman, Ogden, Lincoln.
Coflan, G. Winthrop, W. Roxbury.
♦Collamore, G. W., Boston.
Comer, G. N., Dedham.
Comerais, Henry, "
Copeland, R. M'Cleary, Boston.
Copeland, R. Morris, Lexington.
Courtis, William, Lawrence.
Craft, George, Brookline.
♦Crafts, Ebenezer, Roxbury.
Crocker, Uriel, Boston.
♦Crowninshield, Geo. C, "
Cruickshank, James, Maiden.
Cummings, John, Jr., "
Cushing, J. G., Belmont.
dishing, R. M., "
♦Gushing, Thomas P., Boston.
Daggett, H. L., Boston.
Dale, Ebenezer, "
Damon, Samuel G., W. Cambridge.
Dana, Charles B., Brookline.
♦Dana, Nathaniel, "
Darling, Charles K., Boston.
Davis, Hervey, Cambridgeport.
♦Decker, Louis, Boston.
Denny, Francis P., Brookline.
Denny, Daniel, Dorchester.
♦Denny, Geoi'ge, Westborough.
Denny, R. S., Dorchester.
Dexter, G. M., Boston.
Dexter, F. Gordon, "
D'Wolf, John L., Roxbury.
Dickerman, George H., Somerville.
Dickinson, Alex., Cambridgeport.
Downer, Samuel, Dorchester.
Duncklee, John, Brighton.
Durant, H. F., Boston.
Durant, William, "
Durfee, Mrs. F. B., Fall River.
MEMBERS FOR LIFE.
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Durfee, George B., Fall River.
Durfee, Kathan, "
*Edwards, Elisha, Springfield.
Eldridge, E. 11., Boston.
*Eliot, Samuel A., "
Ellicott, J. P., Jamaica PlaM.
Everett, Otis, Boston.
Everett, William, "
*Fairbanks, H. P., Charleston: n.
Fairbanks, J. Loring, Boston.
*rairhanks, Stephen, "
Farlow, John S., Newton.
Fearing, Albert, Ilingham.
Fenno, J. B., Boston.
*Fenno, John, Chelsea.
Feukes, Edwin, Newtonville.
Fillebrown, John, W. Cambridge.
*Fisher, Dan. Simmons, JRoxhury.
Fisher, Francis K., Brookline.
Fisher, James, Boxbury.
Fisher, Warren, "
*Fiske, Oliver, Worcester.
Flagg, Augiistus, Boston.
Flint, Charles L., "
Foster, John H., "
Foster, J. W., Dorchester.
Freeman, Abraham, "
*French, Benj. Y., "
French, Jonathan, Boxbury.
Freeland, Charles Wm., Boston.
Frothingham, Samuel, "
Fuller, Henry Weld, Boxbury.
*GafBeld, James, Gloucester.
Gage, Addison, W. Cambridge.
Gardner, Menry N., Belmont.
*Gardner, W. F., Salem.
Galvin, John, West Boxbury.
*Gibson, Kimball, Boston.
*Gilmore, Addison, "
Gillard, William, "
Gilley, J. E. M., Chelsea.
Glover, Joseph B., Boston.
Goddard, A. Warren, Brookline.
Gould, Samuel, Boston.
Gorham, J. L., Jamaica Plain.
Greig, George, Kewton.
Grinnell, Joseph, New Bedford.
Groom, Thomas, Dorchester.
Grundell, H., "
Guild, J. Anson, Brookline.
*Hall, Adin, Boston.
Hall, George B., "
Hall, John R., "
Hall, George H., K. Chelsea.
Hall, Stephen A.,
Hammond, Gardner G., Boston.
Hammond, Samuel, "
Harnden. S., Beading.
Harding. C. L., Cambridge.
Harding, G. W., Dorchester.
Harding, W. C, Boxbury.
*Harris, Wm. T., Cambridge.
*nastings, Edmund T., Boston.
Hathaway, Seth W., Marblehead.
Hatch, Anthony, Saugus.
Hayden, A. AV., Portsmouth.
Hayes, Francis B., Boston.
Hazeltine H., " ^
Heath, Charles, Brookline.
*Hedge, Isaac L., Plymouth.
Hill, George, W. Cambridge. '
Hill, John, Stoneham.
Hillbourn, A. J., Chelsea.
Hodgkins, John E., Chelsea.
Holbrook, C. S., East Bandolph.
Hollis, J, W., Brighton.
Hooper, John, Jr., Marblehead.
Hooper, Thomas, Bridgewater.
Hooper, Robert C, Boston.
Hovey, C. M., Cambridge.
Hovey, John C, Cambridgeport.
Hovey, P. B.,
*How, Hall J., South Boston.
Howard, Joseph W., "
Howe, Jabez C, "
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Howe, George, Eo.rbury.
Howe, John, Brookline.
*Howland, Henry, Maiden.
Howland, John, Jr., Neio Bedford.
Hubbard, G. G., Camhrid(je.
Hubbard, J. C, Boston.
*Hulibard, W. J. "
Huckins, James "W., Boxhury.
Humphrey, F. J., Dorchester.
Hunnewell, H. H., Wellesley.
Hunt, Franklin, Boston.
Hunt, Moses, Boston.
Hyde, J. F. C, Neioton.
Inches, Herman B., Boston.
Inches, Henderson, ''
Jackson, Abraham, Boston.
Jeffries, John, Jr., "
*Jones, C. F., Boxhury.
*Jones, Thomas, Boston.
Johnson, Otis, Lynn.
Joyce, Mrs. Samuel, Medford.
Kakas, Edward, Medford.
Kelley, E. G., Newhuryport.
Kendallj D. S., Boston.
Kenney, John M., Wareham.
Kent, John, Charlestown.
Keyes, E. W., Charlestown.
Keyes, George, Concord.
Kidder, H. P., Boston.
Kimball, A. P., "
*King, Edward, Dorchester.
King, Franklin, "
King, William S., Boxhury.
Kingman, A. A., South Boston.
Kingsbury, Wm. B., Boxhury.
Kinsley, Lyman, Camhridgeport.
Kittredge, E. A., Boston.
Lancaster, C. B., Neicton.
Lamb, Thomas, Boston.
Lawrence, James, Boston.
Lawrence, Edward, Charlestown.
Lawson, Peter, Loii'ell.
Leavins, S. Davis, Boston.
*Lee, George, Watertown.
Leland, George, WaUhani.
Leuchars, R. B., Quhicy.
Lewis, A. S., Framinyham.
Lewigf, Wm. G., "
Lincoln, George, Jr., Hingham.
Lincoln, Levi, ^yorcester.
*Lincoln, William, "
Lincoln, D. Waldo, "
*Livermore, George, Camhridge.
*Lloyd, James, Boston.
Locke, W. II., Belmont.
Lodge, Giles IL, "
*Lombard, I., "
Loomis, J. B., Chelsea.
Lothrop, Edward W., "
Lord, George C, JSfeioton.
Lovett, G. A., Beverly.
Low, Ariel, Boxhury.
Lowder, John, Watertown.
Lowell, Augustus, Boston.
Luke, Elijah II., Cainhridgeport.
Lyon, Henry, Charlestown.
Mann, Jonathan, Camhridge.
Maloon, William, Salem.
*Manning, Joseph, Medford.
Manning, Robert, Salem.
Mansfield, H. S., Blackstone.
*March, Andrew S., Boxhury.
Marland, A., Andocer.
Marsh, Francis, Dedham.
Martin, D. A., Chelsea.
Martin, J. S., Boston.
*Martin, Richard S., "
Matthews, Nathan, "
May, Samuel, "
*Merriam, Charles, West Nexoton.
Merrificld, W. T., Worcester.
Mills, Charles II., Boston.
Miller, E. D., Dorchester.
MEMBERS FOR LIFE.
95
Milton, W. H., Roxhunj.
JSIinott, Charles, Somerville.
Mixter, Charles, Boston.
Moore, J. B., Concord.
Morse, S. B., Boston.
Morse, Samuel F., "•
Morrill, Joseph, Jr., Eoxoury.
Motley, Thomas, W. Boxhury.
Muclge, E. E,., Lynn.
Mudge, George W., "
Madge, George A., Boston.
I«reedham, Daniel, Groton.
]N"ewhall, Cheever, Dorchester.
Newhall, George, ''
JSTewhall, John M., "
Newhall, Josiah, Lynnfield.
*Newraan, Henry, Boxhury.
Nichols, Henry, South Boston.
Nourse, Benj. F., Camhridgexwrt.
Noiirse, B. F., Boston.
*Nuttall, Thomas, of England.
Osgood, .James Kipley, Boston.
Page, Thomas, Iowa.
Paige, James TV"., Boston.
Paine, Robert T., "
Palmer, J. P., "
Parker, Augustus, Boxhury.
*Parker, Daniel P., Boston.
Parker, James, "
Parker, William A., "
*Parkman, Rev. Francis, "
Parkman, Francis, Jamaica Plai
*Parsons, Gorham, Brighton.
*Parsons, William, Boston.
Partridge, Henry, "
Partridge, Horace, Somerville.
Pearce, John, West Boxbury.
Peck, O. H., Melrose.
Peirce, S. B., Dorchester.
Penniman, A. P., Waltham.
Perkins, Edward K., BrooTdine.
Perkins, William P., BrookUne.
*Perry, .John, Sherborn.
Philbric-k, William D., BrookUne.
Pierce, George W., Maiden.
Pierce, Henry L., Dorchester.
Poole, Benjamin C, Chelsea.
Poor, John R., Someri-ille.
Pope, Alexander, Dorchester.
Potter, Joseph S., W. Cambridge.
Pratt, George W., Boston.
Pratt, William, Winchester.
Pray, Mark W., Maiden.
Prescott, C. H., Cornwallis., N. S.
Prescott, W. G., Boston.
Prescott, William G., Quincy.
Preston, George H., Boston.
Preston, John, Dorchester.
Prouty, Gardner, Littleton.
Putnam, Joshua H., BrookUne.
Rand, E. S., Boston.
Rand, E. S., Jr., Dedham.
Rand, Oliver J., Cambridgepcrt.
Ramsay, A. H., Cambridge.
Rayner, John J., Lexington.
Reed, George W., Kingston.
*Roynoso, Bernard de, »S'. Boston.
*Richards, Edward M., Dedham.
Richards, William B., Boston.
Richardson, Joseph, Boston.
Richardson, C. E., "
Richardson, George C, Cambridge.
Rol)inson, J. H., Dorchester.
Rogers, John H., Boston.
n. Rogers, R. S., Salem.
Ross, Henry, Newton.
Ross, M. D., Bostoti.
*Rotch, William, New Bedford.
*Russell, George R., Moxbury.
Russell, John Lewis, Salem.
Russell, Walter, W. Cambridge.
Runey, John, Somerville.
Sampson, G. R., BrookUne.
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Sanborn, Anios C, Camhrid'jeport.
Sanford, O. S.. Cordacille.
Sargent, Ignatius, Brookline.
Sargent, Turner, Boston.
Sawyer, Timothy T., Charlestoicn.
*Seaver, Nathaniel, Boxhury.
Seaver, Eoliert, Jamaica Plain.
Sever, J. W., Dorchester.
Scott, Charles, Newton.
Scudder, C. W., Brooldine.
Scudder, Marshall S., GrantinUe.
*Shaw, Robert G., Boston.
Shaw, S. P., Cambridge.
Sheafe, Charles C. Bosto7i.
Sheafe, William, Brookline.
Sheldon, O. S., Miltim.
Shimmin, Charles T., Boston.
Shorey, John L., Lynn.
*Silsby, Enoch, Bradford.
Skinner, Francis, Newton.
Slack, Lewis, Brookline.
Smith, Charles A., Boston.
Smith, Charles H., Jamaica Plain.
Smith, James H., Neivton Corner.
Smith, Peter, Andover.
*Smith, Stephen H., Providence.
Southmayd, John K., Boston.
Sparhawk, Edward C, Brighton.
Springall, George, Maiden.
Springer, John, Sterling.
Spaulding, Edward, Jamaica Plain.
Stetson, James A., Quincy.
Stetson, I^ahum, Bridgewater.
Stevens, Paran, Boston.
Stickney, Josiuh, Watertown.
Stickney, Rufus B., SomerviUe.
Stimpson, George, New York.
Stimpson, H. H., Cambridge.
Stone, G. F., Newton.
*Stone, James W., Dorchester.
Stone, Phineas J., Charlestown.
Story, E. A., Brighton.
Story, F. II., Salem.
♦Story, Joseph, Cambridge.
Strong, "William C, Brighton.
*Sturgis, AVilliam, Woburn.
Swain, Charles D., Boxhury.
Taft, John B., Boston.
Tappan, Chai'les, "
Taylor, Horace B., "
*Teschemacher, J. E., "
Thacher, Alfred C, Dorchester.
*Thaxter, A. W., Jr., Boston.
*Thayer, J. E., "
Thayer, N'athaniel, "
Thomas, William, "
*Thorndike, Israel, "■
Thorndike, John H., "
Tileston, E. P., Dorchester.
Tilton, Stephen W., Boston.
Todd, John, Hingham.
Tolman, Lucius A., W. Boxbury.
Torrey, Everett, Charlestown.
*Towle, Lyman, Boston.
*Tremlett, Thomas, Dorchester.
Turner, J. M., "
Turner, R. W., Newton.
Turner, R. W., Jr., Randolph.
Upton, George B., Boston.
Yose, B. C.
, Wainwright, Peter, Boston.
Wainwright, Wm. L., Braintree.
Wakefield, E. H., Chelsea.
*Waldo, Daniel, Worcester.
Walker, Edward C. R., Boxhury.
*Walker, Samuel, "
Walker, Samuel A., Brookline.
Walker, T. W., Waltham.
Warren, G. W., Boston.
Walcott, Edward, Pawtucket.
Ward, John, Newton.
Ware Benjamin P., Marblehead.
Wason, E., Brookline.
Waters, Edwin F., Newton.
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
97
Webber, A. D., Wellesley.
Webster, Joshua, Maplewood.
♦Webster, Nathan, Haverhill.
Weld, Eichard H., Boxbiiry.
Weld, M. W., Dr., Boston.
Weld, W. G., Brookline.
Wellington, H. W., Mrs., Boxbury.
Wellington, Henry M., West "
Welsh, J. ir., Dorchester.
•West, Thoma.s, Haverhill.
Wetherell, Leander, Boston.
Wheelwright^ A. C, "
Whipple, John A., "
*Whitcoinb, Levi, "
White, B. C, "
White, Edward A., "
Whitmore, C. O.,
Whiting, N'athaniel, Brookline.
White, Francis A., "
Whitney, Luther F,, Charlestown.
Whittle, George W., Somerville.
Whitton, Bela.
Whytal, Thomas G., W. Boxbury.
Wight, Eben, Declham.
Wilbur, G. B., Watertown.
Wilder, Henry A., Boston.
Wilder, Marshall P., Dorchester.,
Willcutt, Levi L., West Boxbury.
* Williams, Aaron D., Boxbury.
Williams, Aaron D., "•
Williams, Benjamin B., Boston.
*Williams, Moses B., Brookline.
Wiuship, Franklin, Brighton.
Winship, F. Lyman, "
Winship, Herman, "
*Worthington, William, Dorchester.
Woodward, Royal, Brookline.
Wrisley, Frank, Boston.
ANNUAL MEMBERS
Abbott, Sam'l L., M. D., Bostotu
Adams, Charles F., Quincy.
Adams, C. S., Framingham.
Adams, William, Winchester.
Allen, Abbot, West Cambridge.
Allen, Andrew F., "
Allen, Calvin, Boxbury.
Allen, Frederick D., Boston.
Allen, George D., Maiden.
Allen, Henry O., "
Allen, C.H.,M.D., Gambridgeport.
Allen, W. H., Dedham.
Ames, R. W., Boxbury.
Ames, Samuel T., Boston.
Andrews, C. Janes, "
Andrews, Joseph, Waltham.
Apple, Antone, Brighton.
Atherton, Samuel, Dorchester.
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Atkinson, Charles M., Boxbury.
Atkinson, Edward, Brookline.
Ayers, John W., Boston.
Bachelder, Samuel, Cambridge.
Bacon, Augustus, Boxbury.
Bacon, William, "
Bacon, William J,, "
Baker, W. P., Quincy.
Ball, S. B., Port Norfolk.
Bangs, Edward, Boston.
Barnard, C. F., West Newtoi^
Barnes, Parker, Dorchester.
Bartlett, James, Brookline.
Barker, Hiram, Brighton.
Barker, John G., West Cambridge.
Bates, Erastus C, Cambridge.
Bates, Ives G., Boston.
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MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
BaA'ley, Dudley II., Boston.
Beck, Frederick, "
Bell, Theodore H., lioxbiinj.
Bennett, Edmund H., Taunton.
Bennett, Oliver, FramingJiam.
Benton, Benben P., SonierviUe.
Binney, Amos E., Brookline.
Bird, Harrison, "
Blake, G. T., Boston.
Blanchard, George D. B., Maiden.
Bliss, B. K., Springfield.
Blodgett, W. A., Wacerley.
Blood, C, L., Boston.
Belles, Matthew, West Eoxbury.
Boott, William, Boston.
Bolton, John B., Somerville.
Bouve, EjAraim, Jioxbury.
BoAvditch, Azell,
Bowditch, W. I., Brookline.
Bowker, Mrs. Howard, Mcdden.
Boj'd, Francis, Boston.
Brackett, E. A., Winchester.
Bradford, Charles F., Boxhury.
Bradlee, John D., Milton.
Bradlee, J. T., Boston.
Bradstreet, Samuel, Dorchester.
Breck, C. H. B., Brighton.
Breck, Joseph, "
Brewer, Thomas M,, Boston.
Briggs, Kichard, Brookline.
Brigham, Charles, Grafton.
Brigham, C. B.,
Brittan, S. A., Boxhury.
Brooks, Addison, West Cambridge.
Brooks, George, Brookline.
Brookhouse, John H., Somerville.
Brown, A. S., Jamaica Plain.
Brown, Atherton T., lioxbury.
Brown, Frederick, Boston.
Brown, Joseph T., "
Brown, Jonathan, Somerville.
Bruce, Benjamin, Brookline.
Brj'ant, G. J. F., Boston.
liullard, Calvin, "
Bullard, Lewis, Dedhanu
Burley, Edward, Salem.
Burr, Charles C, Newton.
Burrage, Joseph, West Camhridg'e,,
Bush, F. T., Weston.
Bush, J. P., Boston.
Buswell, E. W., Maiden.
Cabot, Edward C, Brookline.
Cabot, Joseph S., Salem.
Caines, William, South Boston.
Campbell, Benjamin F., Boston.
Candler, John W., Brookline.
Carlton, Samuel A., Somerville.
Carlisle, Ira B., Boston^
Chandler, Henry H., "
Chadbourne, M. W., Watertoion.
Chadwick, Joseph 11., lioxbury.
Chaftin, John C, Newton.
Chajiman, John "W., Maiden.
Chapman, Moses C, Milton.
Chase, Mrs. C. B., Medford.
Chase, G. Wingate, Dorchestevt
Chase, Henry L., Maiden.
Chase, J. C, Cambridgeport.
Chenery, Winthroji TV., Belmont.
Cheney, Arthur, Boston.
Chickering, Horatio, Dedham.
Chilson, G., Boston.
Childs, Alfred A., Dorchester.
Clark, G. W., Maiden.
Clark, John J., Boxhury.
Clark, Joseph, Canton.
Clark, Josejih W., Dedham.
Clark, Eandolph M., "•
Clay, Edward C, 3falden.
Cobb, Edward W., Boston.
Cobb, Jonathan II.. Dedham.
Cole, II. Hammond, Chelsea.
Comins, Linus B., Boxhury,
Comley, James, Worcester.
Converse, Joshua P., Wohirn.
Converse, James C, IF. Cambridge.
Cooke, Isaac, Charlesiinvn.
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
99
Copeland, Charles, Wyoming.
Cordwell, G. B., Roxhury.
Crafts, W. A., ''
Crain, Charles A., W. Camhridije.
Croker, J., Dorchester.
Crosby, Josiah, West Camhridge.
Cruickshank, J. T., Camhridge.
Cuininings, Amos, Jr., Reading.
Ciimmings, Nathaniel, Boston.
Curtis, D. T., "
Curtiss, Charles F., West Roxhury.
Cutter, G-eorge B., Weston.
Dacy, Patrick, Dorchester.
Daltou, Henry L., Boston.
Dana, Francis, Roxhury.
Dana, Liither, JSfeioton.
Dana, Thomas, Camhridge,
Dane, John H., Brookline.
Daniell, H. W., Boston.
Davenport, Edward, Dorchester.
Davenport, George, Dedhani.
Davis, Barnabas, Boston.
Davis, benjamin B., Brookline.
Davis, Seth, West Newton.
Davis, W. H., Ifilton. ■
Dean, A. J., Roxhury.
Deblois, Stephen G., Boston.
Dennison, J. IN"., "
Dexter, Anson, Roxhury.
Dike, Charles C, Stoneham.
Dillaway, Charles K., Roxhury.
Dixwell, J. J., West Roxhury.
Dodge, John F., Charlestown.
Dorr, George, Dorchester.
Downe, Sumner, Maiden.
Doogue, "William, Boston.
Duncklee, Miss Betsey, Bvighton.
Dnncklee, Miss Harriet G., "
Dupee, James A., Brookline.
Dutton, Henry "W., Bostmi.
Dwight, Benjamin F., "
Eastbnrii. John H.. "
Eaton, Jacob, Camhridgeport.
Eaton, George, Quincy.
Eaton, Russell P., Dorchester.
Edmands, J. W., Wewton.
Edson, William, Boston.
Emerson, E. C. "■
Emmons, John A., West Roxhury.
Eustis, James, South Reading.
Evans, W. J. E., West Roxhury.
Evers, Gustave, Wyoming.
Falconer, James, Roxhury.
Farmer, Elbridge, W. Camhridge.
Farrar, Abijah, Boston.
Farrier, Amasa, Stoneham.
Fay, Hervey G., Brookline.
Fay, Isaac, Camhridge.
Fisher, James, Roxhury.
Flynn, Edward, Lawrence.
Foley, Bernard, Roxhury.
Forbush, Jonathan, Bolton.
Ford, Elisha B., Boston.
Fowle, H. D.,
Fowle, Seth W., Brookline.
Foster, Joshua T. Medford.
Fox, Joseph, North Camhridge.
French, Asa, Braintree.
French, Henry F., Boston.
French, W. E., "
Frost, George, West JSFetcton.
Frost, Rufus S., Chelsea.
Furneaux, Charles, Melrose.
Gamraell, Jonas, Lexington.
Gardner, John, Dedham.
Gaut, S. K., Somerville.
Gay, Samuel S., Roxhury.
Gay, Timothy, Chelsea.
Gerry, Chas. F., Hyde ParkVillage.
Gibbens, Samuel H., Boston.
Gilbert, J., Roxhury,
Gilbert, John, Boston.
Gilbert, Samuel, Jr., "
Gilmai], Ai'thur, ''
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Gill, Mrs. E. M., Medford.
Gleason, Herbert, Maiden.
Glover, Edward W., "
Glover, Horatio J^., Dorchester.
Goddard, Thomas, Boston.
Goodrich, Daniel O., Boston.
Godbold, G. A., Chelsea.
Grant, Charles E., Eoxhury.
Grant, E. B., Belmont. ■
Gra}^, John C, Boston.
Gray, AVilliam, Jr., Dorchester.
Green, Franklin, Jamaica Plain.
Greenough, D. S., West Eoxhury.
Greenwood, E. H., Newton Centre.
Gregorj^, James J. H., Marhlehead.
Grew, Henry, Dorchester.
Griggs, Charles, Boston.
Guild, Chester, Somerville.
Hill, Henry Y., Belmont.
Hillard, George S., Boston.
Hilton, William, "
Hodgdon, E. L., W. Cambridge.
Holmes, G. W., Boston.
Hollis, Thomas, "
Horton, Henry K., "
Holden, Oliver H., West Kewton.
Home, C. F., Watertown.
Houghton, Francis, Somerville.
Howe, Estes, Cambridge.
Howe, Rufus, Marlhonmgh.
Howe, S. G., South Boston.
Hubbard, J. W., "
Hutchins, Ezra C, Newton.
Hyde, George, Charlestown.
Ireland, George W., Somerville.
Hadley, T. B., Stoneham.
Hall, Jere F., Maiden.
Hall, Peter C, Medford.
Hall, William T., North Chelsea.
Haley, Jesse^.Camhridgeport.
Harding, JiTewell, Somerville.
Harrington, Bowen, Lexington.
Harrington, William K., Salem.
Hartwell, Samuel, Lincoln.
Harris, Charles, Cambridge.
Harris, F. L., West Needham.
Harris, Miss Ellen M., Jamaica PI.
Harwood, Daniel, Boston.
Hastings, John, Lexington.
Hatch, Samuel, Boston.
Hayward, George P., Hingham.
Hayward, James F., Boxbury.
Hazelton, H. L., Newton.
Head, C. D., Boston.
Healey, Mark, Lynn.
Heath, George W., Melrose.
Hersey, Alfred C, Hingham.
Heustis, Warren, Belmont.
Hewins, Charles A., Boxbiory.
Hill, Benjamin D., South Danvers.
James, W. E., Jamaica Plain.
Jenks, Charles W., Boston.
Jenks, J. H., "
Jones, George H., Newton.
Jones, Moses, Brookline.
Jordan, Samuel, Andover.
Josselyn, Alonzo, Boxbury.
Keith, W. W., Boston.
Kennard, M. P., BrooMine.
Kennard, Charles W., Boston.
Kendall, Isaac P., Somerville.
Kendall, Jonas, Framingham.
Kenrick, Miss Anna C, Newton.
Kenrick, John A., "
Kenrick, William, "
Kermes, C, Melrose.
Kern, Frank F. B., Cambridge.
Kingman, Abner, Boston.
Kittredge, Alvah, Boxbury.
Lake, F. J., Grantvillc.
Lane, J. C, Boston.
Lang, John H. B., Dorchester.
Langmaid, S. P., Charlestown.
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
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Lathrop, John, Dedham.
Laiighton, Chas. H., W. Boxhury.
Lee, Francis L., Brookline.
Lee, Thomas, "
Leavens, E. W,, Maiden.
Leavitt, Thomas, South Maiden.
Leeds, Samnel, South Boston.
Leonard, George, W. Roxbury.
Leonard, Joseph, Boston.
Lerned, T. P., Cambridge.
Lincoln, Calvin A., Hingham.
Lincoln, F. W., Canton.
Lincoln, F. W., Jr., Boston.
Little, C. C, "
Lincoln, William, "
Livermore, Isaac, Camhridgeport.
Locke, B. D., W. Cambridge.
Lockwood, R. G., Charlestown.
Loring, Alfred, South Hingham.
Loring, C. G., Boston.
Loring, George B., Salem.
Loring, John A., Boston.
Lothrop, D. W., West Medford.
Lothrop, Thornton K., Boston.
Low, -John J., Boxhury.
Lowell, John, Newton.
Manning, J. W., Beading.
Martin, Jeremiah, Melrose.
May, F. W. G., Boston.
McDermott, Andrew, Boxhury.
McDonald, Alexander, Hingham.
McGee, James B., S. Danvers.
Mclntire, James, Maiden.
Mclntire, Joseph, Melrose.
McLarin, Anthony, W. Boxhury.
McLennan, Alex., Watertoivn.
McTear, James, Boxhury.
Melcher, William K., Brookline.
Mellen, James, Camhridgeport.
Meriam, John N., "
Merriam, Galen, West Newton.
Merrick, John, Jr., Walpole.
Merrill, S. A., Salem.
Merrill, J. Warren, Camhridgeport.
Millar, John L., Boston.
Miller, David, South Boston.
Miller, William, JEast Boston.
Mills, John F., Boston.
Minot, G. R., Boxhury.
Minot, William, Jr., Boston,
Morandi, Francis, Maiden.
Morris, Thomas D., Boston.
Moulton, Charles H., "
Murray, Daniel C, Watertown.
Murray, James, Boxhury.
Muzzey, A. B., Cambridge.
Nichols, W. S., Boxhury.
Noyes, Geoi'ge N., Melrose.
Nudd, Jacob, Cambridgeport.
Nugent, James, Boxhury.
Odiorne, F. II., Maiden.
Oliver, Stephen, Lynn.
Oldreive, John R., Chelsea.
Oldreive, Richard, Newton.
Osgood, Benjamin D., Boston.
Owen, John, Cambridge.
Packer, Charles H., Boxhury.
Page, Edward, Boston.
Parker, Harvey D., "
Parker, John, "
Parker, Charles E., Auburndale.
Parker, James M., Charlestown.
Parker, Nelson, Stoneham.
Park, J. C, Somerville.
Parsons, Theophilus, Camhridge.
Parsons, William, Boston.
Palmer, Stevens G., "
Pattee, William, W. Camhridge.
Patterson, James, Camhridge.
Payson, Samuel R., Boxhury.
Peck, Albert G., W. Camhridge.
Penniman, George, Milton.
Pearman, W. R., Chelsea.
Perkins, S. C, Dorchester.
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Perkins. T. Henry, Cohasset.
Pettiugill, Thomas S., BrookUne.
Philbrick, Edward S., "
Phillips, ^STathaniel, Dorchester.
Pierce, Jacob W., BrookUne.
Piper, Henry A., Cavibridge.
Potter, John C, Newton.
Power, Chas. J., S. Framimjlmm.
Pratt, J. C, Boston.
Prescott, Eben C, "
Preston, Jonathan, "
Prince, F. O., Winchester.
Putnam, C. A., Salem.
Rawson, Warren, West Camhridge.
Pay, Edwin, Boxbury.
Rand, I. P., Boston.
Rice, Charles, Newton L. F.
Rice, Edward E., Dorchester.
Rice, George W., Itoxhury.
Rice, Henry, Boston.
Rice, Thos., Ji-., Newton L. F.
Richards, Francis, Boston.
Richardson, Horace, Frmningham.
Rinn, F. B., Dedham.
Roberts, Edward, Hyde Park.
Rogers, James E., Chelsea.
Rogers, John F., Cambridge.
Ruggles, John, Brighton.
Russell, George, M. D., Boston.
Russell, C. D.,
Russell, Joseph M., Maiden.
Sanborn, John, Charlestown.
Sanford, H. G., Gloucester.
Sands, Edward, Boston.
Saltonstall, Leverett, ''
Sargent, Henry AVinthrop, ''
Sargent, Wingate P., Melrose.
Savage, John, Jr., Somerville.
Saville, Richard L., BrookUne.
Sawtell, J. M., Fitchburg.
Sawyer, John, frrantriUr.
Sawyer, Nathaniel C, Boston.
Sclilegel, Adam, Boston.
Scribner, S. S., Maiden.
Seaver, Chandler, Jr., Needham.
Seaver, IN'athaniel, East Boston.
Shaw, Christopher C, Boston.
Simpson, Michael H., Saxonville.
Sleeper, J. S., Roxbury.
Smallwood, Thomas, Newton.
Smith, George O., Boston.
Smith, J. M.,
Smith, Edmund, Brighton.
Soule, J. P., Maiden.
Sowle, John, Somerville.
Spencer, A. W., Dorchester.
Spooner, Wm. H., Jr., W. Boxbury.
Sprague, Charles J., Boston.
Squires, J. P., West Cambridge.
Stanley, John H., Chelsea.
Stanwood, H. B., Boston.
Stanwood, E. Howard, Grantville.
Starbird, Louis D., Maiden.
Stearns, Charles, BrookUne.
Stearns, George L., Medford.
Stearns, Richard H., Boston.
Stephenson, John H., "
Stone, Eliphalet, Dedham.
Stone, P. R. L., Cambridge.
Story, Miss Sarah W., Brighton,
Sturgis, Russell, Boston.
Swan, J. Edwin, Dorchester.
Sweetser, Samuel, Cambridge.
Taylor, S. P., Boston.
Thatcher, Thomas, Jr., Boxbury,
Thompson, G. M., Waltham..
Tolman, James, Boston.
Torrey, Augustus, Beverly.
Tower, Elisha, Lexington.
Trautman, Martin, Boxbury.
Tucker, James, Jr., Dorchester.
Turner, X. W., South Maiden.
Tuttlo, Samuel J., Boston.
Fiidorwood, William J., fichnont.
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Vandine, Henry, Camhridgeport.
Vila, James, Boston.
Wales, William, Dorchester.
Walker, Charles H., Chelsea.
Walker, Joseph T., Iloxhury.
Wallis, William, Boston.
Walsh, George, Charlestown.
Walsh, James, Camhridge.
Ward, Edward A., "
Warren, Samuel D., Waltham,
Warren, Washington, Chelsea.
Washburn, Alexander C, Boston.
Washburn, E. E., Quincy.
Washburn, N'ehemiah, Brookline.
Washburn, G. W. C, Eoxhury.
Watson, David, Jr., Maiden.
Weatherbee, Comfort, Dedham.
Webster, J. K., M. D., Milton.
Weightman, W. S., Boston.
Weld, Aaron D., West Boxhury.
Weld, Stephen M., "
Wellington, Joseph O., Belmont.
Wellington, Joseph Y., Camhridge
Wells, Benjamin T., Boston.
West, W. C, Maiden.
Westgate, J. E., Melrose.
Westgate, Miss S. C, "
Wetherell, John G., Dorchester.
Wetherell, Charles M., Maiden.
Wheeler, Lewis, Camhridge.
Wheeler, S. L., Newton Centre.
Wheildon, William W., Concord.
Whitcomb, William 15., Medford.
White, N". B., Dedham.
Whitnej^, Joel, Winchester.
Whitney, William E,, Boston.
Whittemore, J. E., W. Cambridge.
Wilder, Charles E. Orantville.
Williams, Dudley, Jamaica Plain.
Williams, Elijah, Boston.
Williams, John E., Jamaica Plain.
Williams, Stephen, Eoxhury.
Wilson, Elisha T., Boston.
Wilson, George W., Maiden.
Wilson, B. O., Waterto^cn.
Wiswell, Henry M., Watertown.
Wood, Edmund W., Boston.
Woodford, Joseph H., Newton,
Woodman, G. E., West Boxhury.
Wolcott, J. W., "
Young, Willwood, Fall River.
Zirngiebel, D., Needluim.
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EXTRACTS FROM BY-LAWS.
SECTIOK XXy.— Life Members.
The payment of thirty dollars shall constitute a Life Membership,
and exempt the member from all future assessments. And any mem-
ber having once paid an admission fee, may become a Life Member by
the payment of twenty dollars in addition thereto.
SECTIOl^ XXVI. — Admission Fee and Annual Assessment.
Every subscription member, before he receives his Diploma, or exer-
cises the privileges of a member, shall pay the sum of ten dollars as an
admission fee, and shall be subject afterwards to an annual assessment
of two dollars.
SECTIOK XXVIIL— Discontinuance of Membership.
Any member who shall neglect, for the space of two years, to pay
his annual assessment, shall cease to be a member of the Society; and
the Treasurer shall erase his name from the list of members. * * ♦ *
The attention of Annual Members is directed to Section XXVIIL,
above. By an early remittance the Treasurer will be saved much time
in making collections.
TRANSACTIONS
OF THK
assHcljusctis Jortiailteral ^adti^,
THE YEAR 1867.
BOSTON:
IIKNMiY \V. BUTTON & SON, PRINTERS
90 AND 92 Washington Street.
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CONTENTS
Report of the Committee on Plants and Flowers, . - - 1
Premiums and Gratuities awarded^ 10
Report of the Committee on Fruits, ------ 31
Premiums and Gratuities awarded, ------- 40
Report of the Committee on Vegetables, 48
Premiums and Gratuities awarded, 51
Report op the Committee on Ornamental Gardening, - - - 58
Report of the Committee on the Library, <i2
Report of the Finance Committee, *>5
Letter from the U. S. Department of Agriculture, - - - 70
Address of the President, James F. C. Hyde, - - - - 72
Members of the Society — For Life, 75
Annual, 81
Extracts from By-Laws, - - 88
EEPOETS.
EEPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON PLANTS AND FLO¥EES,
For the Year 1867.
by j. c. hovey, chaibmam".
The past season has been most favorable for the growth and produc-
tion of Flowers; from early in June to late in September, the garden
and lawn were clothed in their brightest colors, and seldom has the
gardener been better repaid for his labors.
The Weekly Exhibitions have been generally good, though smaller in
quantity than usual. This was caused in part, no doubt, by the severe
rains which invariably came on Saturday. The following Exhibitions,
worthy of mention, have been made during the season:
On February 16th James McTear showed Stellaria glauca, a dwarf
herbaceous plant, with white, star-shaped flowers, much resembling
Cerastium tomentosa; also, plant of Arabis bliphariphylla, a handsome,
spring-blooming herbaceous plant, growing eight inches in height, with
rosy purple flowers, Messrs. Ilovey & Co. exhibited four fine Seedling
Camellias.
March 2d. Hovey & Co., three of their best Seedling Camellias,
namely: Mrs. Anne Marie Hovey, Gem, and C. M. Hovey. Richard
Oldreive, twelve fine varieties of Azalea Indica; also, a large collection
of named Yerbenas. James McTear, good specimens of Camellia,
Mrs. Abby Wilder.
March 9th. Hovey & Co., a large collection of Camellias, including
ten of their best Seedlings; also, plant of Abutilon vexillarium, a new
half twining species, flowers an inch or more in length, with scarlet
calyx, golden-yellow petals and black stamens. A large specimen of
this beautiful plant was exhibited by Messrs. Hovey & Co. at the open-
ing Exhibition, and awarded the first prize, as the best specimen.
March 16th. G. W. Pratt showed a branch of Araucaria imbricata
folia variegata, or new variegated Chillian Pine, quite ornamentaL
Hovey & Co., five varieties Camellias.
March 23d. Hovey & Co., three varieties Seedling Camellias ; also,
new Seedling Azalea, Suzett flower, bright crimson, good form. Jonathan
French, a handsome plant of Epacris paludosa, major. The cultivation
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of this fine class of plants seems to be much neglected, none having been
exhibited for premium for more than three years.
April Gth. James McTear, small collection of Herbaceous Plants.
A\n-i\ 13th. James McTear, a fine Seedling Verbena; flower, bright
crimson, with clear white eye; fine truss.
April 20th. E. fl. Sawyer, of Easthampton, good specimens of Car-
olinea insignis, one of the oldest and best stove plants. Wm. Wales
exhibited fine specimens of Marechal Xiel Rose; flower, very large;
color, light canary -yellow. It will prove a great acquisition to the list
of half hardy roses.
April 27th. James McTear was awarded the first premium for the
best ten named Il3'acinths, there being no competition. In Class II., best
twenty named varieties, the day for the award was postponed to May
4th. i^. Washburn showed a large collection of Hyacinths, without
names, and was aw^arded a gratuity.
May 4:th. Hovey & Co. were awarded the first premium for the best
twenty named Hyacinths. N. Washlnirn, a good collection of Hyacinths
without names. Wm. Wales, large bouquet of tender Roses, including
good specimens of Marechal IS'iel, Bon Soline and Empress Eugenie;
also, plant of a new Seedling Azalea Indica, with crimson, semi-double
flowers.
May 11th. Hovey & Co. were awarded the first premiums for early
single Tulips and ]^arcissus. They also exhibited a collection of double
Seedling Petunias, and a stand of double and single Hyacinths, without
names. John A. Kenrick, specimens of Magnolia Soulangiana and
conspicua. G. W. Pratt, dish of Pansies; very large size, but not re-
markable for color.
Ma^^ 18th. Wm. Wales sent another fine bouquet of Roses. Hovey
& Co. showed specimens of eight new Pyrus Japonica, namely: Alba,
Rosea, Moerloosii, Coccinea, Macrocarpa, Sulphurea, Malardii and
Rubra Aurantiaca. James Comley, a fine Seedling Verbena; large
truss; color, wdnte. Also, Gladiolus Bizantinus and a double Seedling
Petunia; color, white, purple spotted, John C. Chatfin, Prunus triloba
rosea, a new variety of the dwarf, double-flowering Chinese Plum,
with light, rose-colored flowers. John A. Kenrick, Magnolia conspicua
and Soulangiana.
Opening Exhibition. — May 25th.
Hovey & Co. contributed a large collection of Greenhouse and Stove
Plants, among which were fine specimens of Hibiscus Cooperii, Pitcair-
nia, Alstentenii, Pandanus elegantissimus, Statice Holfordii, Dracana
Braziliensis and Abutilon Vexillarium; also, collection of Azaleas,
Pelargoniums, Zonal Geraniums, Calceolarias, double Petunias, and
stand of Cut Flowers.
FLOWER committee's REPORT. 3
11. II. Hunnewell, fine collections of Show and Fancy Pelargoniums.
Francis Parkman, stand of Cut Flowers and specimens of Aquilegia
coerulea, a new species from Minnesota, with light blue and white flow-
ers; also, fine plant of Gentiania acaulis. James Comley, double Seed-
ling Petunias and stand of Cut Flowers. Walker & Co., fine display ot
late flowering Tulips. Miss M. E. Carter, 72 varieties Xative Plants,
many of which are quite rare iu the vicinity of Boston. J. E. Westgate,
handsome Hanging Basket of Plants. Mrs. S. Joyce, Miss S. C. West-
gate and Miss A. C. Kenrick, each a Basket of Flowers. John A.
Kenrick, three varieties hardy Magnolias. J. W. Brooks, six large
specimens Fuchsias, not fully in bloom.
June 1st. Francis Parkman showed Cut Flowers; also specimens of
Aquilegia glandulosa and Mains floribundus, a new variety of the
double-flowering Apple. Hovey & Co., stand of Cut Flowers and
Wistaria sinensis alba, I^arcissus bulbicodium and Sarah Howard
Pink. W. C. Strong, Cut Flowers. Joseph Breck, fine display of
Bybloemen Tulips. " James Comley, Cut Flowers and two specimens
Fuchsias in full bloom. Mrs. S. Joyce, handsome Basket of Flowers.
Samuel Svveetser, fine specimens of Wistaria sinensis. H. W. Welling-
ton, of Koxbury, large branch of Cornus florida. Thomas Smallwood,
double-flowering Almond.
June 8th. Francis Parkman, Cut Flowers and fine display of Hardy
Shrubs; also, good plant of Salisburia triloba folia variegata, and flower
of Lilium tenuifolium, raised in one year from the seed. James IS'ugent,
John A. Kenrick, Henry Vandine, James Comley, Mrs. S. .Joyce and J.
McTear, each showed a stand of Cut Flowers. Miss M. E. Carter, 75
varieties Kative Plants. Hovey & Co., large display of Azaleas, Shrub-
by Pseonies and Hardy Shrubs ; also, specimen of a new double Seed-
ling Pyrethrum. Miss S. C. Westgate, Mrs. S. Joyce and Miss A. C.
Kenrick, each showed a Basket of Flowers. Wm. Cairnes, two good
specimen Fuchsias. Francis Dana, flowers of the Podophyllum pelta-
tum, or May Apple. Dr. J. P. Kirtland, of Cleveland, Ohio, sent speci-
mens of two new Shrubby Pteonies, named Col. Wilder and E. S.
Rand, Jr., said to have been selected from many hundred seedlings;
the flowers were very double and quite distinct, but too much wilted to
bear a comparison with older varieties. Hovey & Co., five new, double
Hardy Azaleas. F. Parkman, specimens of Clematis Helena, fine.
Thomas Smallwood, good display of Shrubby Pteonies. Mrs. S. Joyce,
flowers of Bragmantia Knightii. Parker Barnes, plant of Silene inflata
folia variegata, found growing wild; quite ornamental. James McTear,
36 species of Herbaceous Plants.
June 15th. H. H. Hunnewell, a fine display of Rhododendrons and
Azaleas. Hovey & Co., display of Rhododendrons. J. F. C. Hyde, a
collection of double Persian Ranunuculus; this beautiful fiower deserves
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a place in every garden, but at present is little cultivated. Miss L. M,
Strong, 90 varieties Native Plants. Miss M. E. Carter, 60 varieties
Native Plants. E. S. Rand, Saxifraga pyramidalis, a handsome herba-
ceous plant, with numerous small, white flowers, spotted with red.
Erancis Parkman, Cut Flowers and double Seedling Pyrethrum; good.
James McTear, fine display of German Iris; also, stand of Cut Flowers.
Mrs. M. E. Gill, Miss A. C. Kenrick, Miss S. C. Westgate and Mrs. S.
Joyce, each Baskets of Flowers. Geo. Craft, W. C. Strong, J. McTear,
and Henry Yandine, each stands of Cut Flowers.
June 22d. Hovey & Co., stand of Cut Flowers and fine display of
Herbaceous Pfeonies, Kahnias and Azaleas. Sumner Downe, two
handsome bouquets. Francis Parkman, splendid collection of Hardy
Perpetual Roses, and stand of Cut Flowers. E. S. Rand, Jr., specimens
of Cypripedium spectabilis, one of our finest native plants. J. McTear,
E. A. Story, X. AVashburn, John A. Kenrick, "W. C. Strong, Geo. Craft,
and Henry Yandine, each Cut Flowers. John A. Kenrick, flowers of
Magnolia macrophylla. O. H. Peck, three Greenhouse Plants. James
McTear, fine collection of Herbaceous Plants. Mrs. S. Joyce, Mrs. C.
B. Chase, Miss S. C. Westgate, Miss A. C. Kenrick, and Miss S. TV.
Story, each exhibited Baskets of Flowers.
Juke 25Tn and 26th.— Rose Show.
Hovey & Co., Roses iu Classes one, three and five. Hand Bouquets,
Parlor Bouquets, Paisley Pinks, Cut Flowers, and large collection of
Pot Plants. Francis Parkman, Roses in Classes one, three, four, five,
and seven; also, flower of Magnolia macrophylla, from seed, J. McTear,
Roses in Classes two, four, five and six; also, stand of Paisley Pinks.
James Nugent, Roses in Classes, two and four; also Cut Flowers.
Joseph Breck, Roses in Class two, and stand of Cut Flowers. John C.
Chaflin, Roses in Classes three and seven. C. J. Power, Roses in Class
four. Elbridge Wason, good display of Paisley Pinks. Warren
Heustis, Roses in Class seven, C, B. Brigham, fine display of Sweet
Williams. H. H. Hunnewell, fine display of Cut Flowers, Mrs, S,
Joyce, Mrs. E. M, Gill, Miss A. C, Kenrick, Miss S. W, Story and Misa
S. C. Westgate, each exhibited handsome Baskets of Flowers. Miss M.
E. Carter, oao hundred varieties of Native Plants. J. W. Brooks, Wm.
Cairnes, Walker & Co., Sumner Downe, E. A. Story, W. J. Underwood,
J. W. Manning, J. G. Chandler, Henry Yandine, Elbridge Wason, N.
Washburn, W. C. Strong, James Comley and James Nugent, each
showed collections of Cut Flowers. Edward Flynn, Warren Heustis,
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, Mrs. T. W. Ward and C. J. Power, each a display
of Roses without names. Elbridge Wason, Paisley Pinks, mostly
seedlings. J. J. Dixwell, specimens of Sty rax li3evigatum, a fine shrub,
with white, spirea-like flowers, W, H. Halliday, handsome Wardian
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Case. Wm. "Wales, specimens of the Marechal Niel Eose. A. Farrier,
four Bouquets. Mrs. T. W. Ward, eight fine plants of Gloxinias, each
plant being a perfect specimen in itself. The collection Avas composed of
the following varieties: Claude Lorraine, Rose Mutabilis, Gouverneur
de Backer, Frederico Mylius, Guido Reni, Ipomoea, Charles Rae?, Alba
Auriculata. J. W. Brooks, ten fine plants Fuchsias. Eliphalet Stone,
fine display of Roses in Class seven. Hovey & Co. exhibited a large
specimen plant of their new hybrid Seedling Lily, with nine tiowers,
fully expanded. This beautiful Lily was exhibited for the first time at
the Rose Show, 18G6, and described in the Annual Report.
July 6th. F. Parkman showed two new double Seedling D.elphiniums,
namely, Mrs. S. Parkman and Bicolor Semiplenissima; also, specimens
of the new double Deutzia crenata, and a fine display of Delphiniums
and Cut Flowers. E. Stone, six Hardy Perpetual Roses. Hovey &
Co., fine new Seedling Iris Kempferi and stand of Cut Flowers. Mrs.
C. B. Chase, Mrs. S. Joyce and Miss A. C. "Wheeler, each exhibited
Baskets of Flowers. "W. C. Strong, J. McTear, Sumner Downe, Henry
Vandine and N. "Washburn, each Cut Flowers. J. McTear, 42 varieties
Herbaceous Plants. Miss L. M. Strong, a fine display of Native Plants,
numbering 90 varieties. Hovey & Co., two good Plants of Gardenia
florida, or Cape Jasmine.
July 13th. J. F. C. Hj'de, fine collection of Seedling Pinks and
Picotees. Mrs. T. "W. Ward, a splendid display of Exotics, including
many rare varieties; also, fine collection of Gloxinias and Carnations.
A. Farrier, two Hand Bouquets. W. C. Strong, two new Clematis Jack-
manii, and Jackman's No. 9; the last named is a veiy strong growing,
free flowering variety ; flowers, light blue, shaded with white ; this
seems to be one of the best of this fine class of Clematis. James
McTear, Summer Phloxes and stand of Cut Flowers. Miss M. E. Car-
ter, 100 varieties Native Plants. Francis Parkman, W. C. Strong and
Hovey & Co., each Cut Flowers. Mrs. S. Joyce, Mrs. E. M. Gill and
Miss A. C. Kenrick, each a Basket of Flowers. A. McLaron, Seedling
Verbenas and Petunias. Sumner Downe, three varieties of Lathyrus
latifolius. Alba, Rosea and Rubra. James Comley, fine spike of Lilium
canadense, with twenty-one flowers expanded. T. W. Deland, display
of Dahlias. Mrs. C. E. Bockus, fine show of Hollyhocks.
July 20th. James McTear, Carnations and Picotees; also, small col-
lection of Herbaceous Plants. Miss L. M. Strong, 145 varieties Native
Plants. Miss Ware, 90 varieties Native Plants. J. E. Westgate, six
Bouquets. J. F. C. Hyde, specimens of a new Seedling Picotee, called
Emily; color white, of good form and size; also, large collection of
Seedling Pinks and Picotees, without names. F. Parkman, W. C. Strong
and N. Washburn, each a stand of Cut Flowers. Mrs. C. B. Chase,
Mrs. S. Joyce and Miss A. C. Kenrick, each a Basket of Flowers.
6 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Thomas Smalhvood, two dishes Hollyhocks. Mrs. C. E. Bockus, fine
display noll3'hocks.
July 27th. Francis Parkman, fine specimens of Asclepias tnberosa;
also, stand of Cut Flowers. Miss M. E. Carter, 110 varieties Native
Plants. C. B. Brigham, display of Hollyhocks and Cut Flowers. Mrs.
T. ^V. Ward, splendid display of Hothouse Flowers. Hovey & Co.,
James McTear and Sumner Downe, each Cut Flowers. Mrs. C. B.
Chase, Mrs. S. Joyce, Mrs. E. M. Gill, Miss A. C. Kenrick and Miss H.
G. Duncklee, each a Basket of Flowers. Miss L. M. Strong, 140 varieties
Native Plants. J. E. Westgate, pair of Parlor Bouquets. Mrs. S.
Joyce, Hand Bouquets. Thomas Smalhvood, display of Hollyhocks
and fine specimens of Lilium Philadelphicum. James Nugent and A.
McLaron, each a stand of Hollj^hocks.
Aug. 3d. George E. Nelson, fine show of Allamanda Schottii. John
Jeffries, Jr., twelve fine spikes Hollyhocks. Hovey & Co. exhibited
flowers of the new, double flowered, scarlet Geranium, named Gloria de
Nancy; also, stand of Cut Flowers. James McTear, a small collection
of Herbaceous Plants. Mrs. S. Joyce and Miss A. C. Kenrick, each a
Basket of Flowers. C. B. Brigham, stand of Cut Flowers. James
Liversage, collection of Hollyhocks. Miss "Ware, Native Plants.
Aug. 10th. Geo. E. Nelson, fine specimens of Imatophyllum minia-
tum and Allamanda Schottii. Miss E. M. Strong, 150 varieties Native
Plants. John S. Richards, a large and fine display of Seedling Gladio-
lus, many of which were as good, if not better, than many named varie-
ties now in cultivation. Geo. Craft, specimens of Lobelia cardinalis.
James McTear, twelve varieties Phloxes, and stand of Cut Flowers.
Hovey & Co., Phloxes and Cut Flowers. J. E, Westgate, fine display
of Japan Lilies and large Bouquet. A. Farrier, four Hand Bouquets.
F. Parkman, N. "Washburn, .James McTear, C. B. Brigham, Henry Van-
dine and W. C. Strong, each Cut Flowers. Mrs. C. B. Chase, Mrs. S.
Joyce, Miss A. C. Kenrick and Mrs. E. M. Gill, each a Basket of
Flowers. Joseph Breck, twelve Phloxes. J. C. Hovey exhibited Plants
of Arenaria glauca, in full bloom, from the summit of Mt. Washington.
C. B. Brigham, two dishes of Fungi, handsomely arranged.
Aug. 17th. John S. Richards, fine display of Seedling Gladiolus. C.
B. Brigham, two dishes of Fungi; also, a collection of Cut Flowers
and Balsams. J. McTear, Cut Flowers and Balsams. Francis Park-
man and W. C. Strong, each a stand of Cut Flowers. Mrs. S. Joyce,
Mrs. C. B. Chase and Miss A. C. Kenrick, each a Basket of Flowers.
Joseph Breck, collection of Petunias and Balsams. Mrs. T. W. Ward,
a magnificent display of Exotics; also, fine collection of Roses. J. E.
Westgate, dish of Japan Lilies. A. Farrier, two small and one large
Bouquets. S. Whitney, specimens of Collinsonia Canadensis.
Aug. 24th. Cut Flowers, by F. Parkman, Geo. Craft, James McTear,
FLOWER COMMITTEES REPORT. 7
C. B. Brigham and oST. "Washhiirn. Baskets of Flowers, by Mrs. C. B.
Chase, Mrs. S. Joyce, Miss A. C. Kenrick and Mrs. E. M. Gill. Bouquets
by J. E. Westgate and A. Farrier. C. B. Brigham, two dishes of Fungi.
Mrs. S. Joyce, flowers of Bragmantia Knightii. James ISTugent, fine
display of Japan Lilies. Miss S. "W. Story, dish of Japan Lilies.
Hovey & Co., flowers of the different varieties Lilium lancifolium;
also, a fine specimen of auratum. G. W. Pratt, good specimens of
Eucharis Amazonica, an exotic bulb. Benj. D. Hill, Jr., good display of
Dahlias. John S. Kichards, stand of Seedling Gladiolus, in every vari-
ety of shade and color. Joseph Breck, fine display of French Aster.
James McT'ear, fifty species Herbaceous Plants. Francis Parkman,
large and fine display of Jjilium lancifolium; also, Seedling Gladiolus,
crimson, white throat, ver}^ fine.
Aug. 31st. Joseph Breck, xysters in Classes one, two and three; Glad-
iolus in Class one; also, pair of Hand Bouquets and stand of Cut Flow-
ers. Hovey & Co., Asters in Classes one and three; Gladiolus in Class
one, and stand of Cut Flowers. F. Theiler, Asters in Class one. El-
bridge Wason, Asters in Class two. James Is'ugent, Asters in Class
two; collection of Verbenas and fine display of Lilium lancifolium
rubrum. Barnard & Hunnewell, fine collection of Verbenas. Wm.
Cairnes, Verbenas and Cut Flowers. Francis Parkman, stands of Cut
Flowers and Lilies. W. C. Strong, Gladiolus in Classes two and four;
also, collection of Cut Flowers. Miss M. E. Carter, display of N'ative
Plants. Miss S. C. Westgate, Mrs. C. B. Chase, Mrs. S. Joyce, Miss A.
C. Kenrick, Mrs. E. M. Gill and J. fi. Westgate, each Baskets of Flow-
ers. N. Washburn and Mrs. G. W. C. Washburn, each Cut Flowers.
C. B. Brigham, three dishes of Fungi; also, stand of Cut Flowers. A.
Farrier, two Bouquets. Herman Grundel, Japan Lilies and Asters.
John S. Richards, large collection of Seedling Gladiolus. Hovey & Co.,
plant of Sedum Fabarium, a fine, new, hardy, herbaceous plant, grow-
ing one foot in height, with light, rose-colored flowers. Mrs. E. M. Gill,
Seedling Verbenas.
Sept. 7th. Mrs. T. W. Ward, splendid collection of Hothouse flowers,
including fine specimens of Allamanda grandiflora. Belladonna Lily and
Hedychium Gardnerianum. Hovey & Co., double Zinnias in Class one;
also, specimens of Anemone .Japonica, Honorine Jobert, a new variety
of A. Japonica, with pure white flowers, one of the best new hardy herba-
ceous plants. C. B. Brigham, double Zinnias in Class one; stand of Cut
Flowers and fine display of Fungi. Joseph Breck, double Zinnias in Class
one. F. Theiler, double Zinnias in Class two. Geo. Craft, fine display of
Gladiolus, including 27 named and 2.j seedling varieties. F. Parkman,
W. C. Strong, Hovey & Co., J. McTear, J. G. Chandler, and i^. Wash-
burn, each Cut Flowers. Miss S. C. Westgate, Mrs. C. B. Chase, Mrs.
E. M. Gill, Miss A. C. Kenrick and Mrs. S, Joyce, each Baskets of
8 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Flowers. James Xugent, pair of handsome Hand Bouquets; also, dis-
play of Japan Lilies. A. Parrier, Bouquets. J. E. Westgate, Japan
Lilies and three fine spikes of Tuberose. Miss E. M. Strong, 120 varie-
ties Native Plants. Benj. D. Hill, Jr., good display of Liliputian
Dahlias; also, stand of named Phloxes and two fine Seedling Gladiolus.
Francis Parkman, thirty pots of rare Evei-green Trees and Shrubs.
The collection was composed of the following species and varieties: —
Thujopsis dolabrata, three feet high and eight in circumference; also,
dolabrata variegata and borealis, lletinospora picifera, aurea, ericoides,
Japonica variegata and obtusa, Cryptomeria Japonica nana variegata,
Torreya taxifolia, Taxus elegantissiraa and canadensis. Thuja aurea,
Nepalensis, glgantea, Occidentalis, variegata, macrocarpa and Hoveyii,
Cupressus Lawsoniana, Euonymus Japonica aurea, Juniperus tamaris-
cifolia, sph.ierica and Plibernica, Picea cephalonica and nobilis, Chamaj-
cypai'is sphreroidea variegata.
Sept, 14th. E. S. Rand, Jr., fine specimens of Rhexia Yirginica, one
of our best native plants. Geo. Craft, display of Seedling and named
varieties Gladiolus. Benj. D. Hill, Jr., good collection of Liliputian
Dahlias. Mrs. M. D. Baker, Swampscott, two fine Seedling Verbenas.
Mrs. G. W. C. Washburn, Basket of Asters.
Annual Exhibition. — September 24, 25, 26 and 27.
Hovey & Co. contributed twenty Greenhouse and ten variegated
leaved Plants, six Lycopods, ten Caladiums, six Fei'ns, six Marantas,
six Begonias, six Plants in Bloom, two Hanging Baskets and two speci-
men Plants; also, Cut Flowers, Dahlias and Bouquets. Jonathan
French, twenty fine Greenhouse Plants; also, a variegated specimen.
H. H. Hunnewell, twenty Greenhouse Plants, twelve Ferns, six Lyco-
pods, six Begonias, and fine specimen Plant of Alocasia metallica.
James McTear, twelve Greenhouse Plants, six Ferns; also. Dahlias,
Hand Bouquets and vase of new Gladiolus. Geo. Craft, fine display of
Gladiolus. C. J. Power, Dahlias in Classes one, three and four. Edward
Flynn, Dahlias in Classes one and two; also, stand of Cut Flowers.
James Nugent, Dahlias in Class two ; also. Cut Flowers, Hand Bouquets
and two fine plants variegated Hydrangeas. B. D. Hill, Jr., large dis-
play of Liliputian Dahlias, fine. M. P. Wilder, pair of handsome Parlor
Bouquets. Joseph Breck, Parlor Bouquets and stand of Cut Flowers.
Miss S. C. Westgate, Mrs. C. B. Chase, Miss A. C. Kenrick, Miss S. A.
Russell and Mrs. E. M. Gill, each Baskets of Flowers. Mrs. S. Joyce,
Miss Martha Ware, Miss A. C. Kenrick and Miss Mary R. Ware, each
Basket of Wild Flowers. Table Designs were exliilntcd by AVashburn
& Co., George Moore and Mrs. S. Joyce. 01m & Brothers, Springfield,
collection Pot Plants and good display of Dahlias. A. McDermott,
Dahlias. Geo. F. Stone, pair of Bouquets. George Leland, Amaranth
FLOWER COMMITTEE S REPORT. 9
Design and six pots of Cockscombs. E. S. Hand, Jr., five pots rare
Evergreens. Mrs. T. W. Ward, three varieties Allaraandas. John
Galvin, two dishes of Kative Phmts. Miss Mary R. Ware, fine speci-
mens of Gentiana crinita. Francis Theiler, fine display of Amaranths.
W. C. Strong, two fine plants Coleus Verschaffeltii, and very interesting
display of variegated foliage. Wm. Cairnes, large collection of Green-
house Plants. Herman Grundcl, a beautiful plant of Begonia diversi-
folia, an old but rare bulbous-rooted species; grows eighteen inches in
height, with bright, rose-colored fiowers.
Oct 5th. James McTear, a fine plant of Nerine coruscans, with five
spikes of flowers. Hovey & Co., a Seedling Scarlet Geranium.
Oct. 12th. James Nugent, a good Seedling Gladiolus; color, light
salmon, with white throat. Hovey & Co., three varieties of Aneinone
Japonica.
Oct. 19th. James Barrett, of Bradford, Mass., exhibited a rare and
very curious Fungi, called Polyporus frondosus, found growing on a
decayed oak stump.
Kov. 16th. Hovey & Co., and James McTear, each exhibited Cut
Chrysanthemums.
'Nov. 30th. II. II. Hunnewell showed flowers of Celosia pyramidalis,
versicolor variety, hybrida atrobruneis, a new, hybrid variety of this
beautiful tender annual. The Committee were informed by Mr. Harris,
gardener to Mr. Hunnewell, that the plants from which these flowers
were gathered measured five feet in height and four feet through, each
plant being literally covered with their bright, magenta-colored flowers,
presenting a sight unsurpassed by few plants of this season.
Dec. 28th. Geo. W. Pratt exhibited a fine specimen of the beautiful
Dendrobium nobile.
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10 MASiSACHUSEiTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
PRIZES AWARDED FOR PLANTS, FLOWERS AND BOU-
QUETS.
Jaxuary axd February.
Camellias. — For the best display of named varieties, exhib-
ited during the months of January and February, not
awarded, ---...-
For the next best, not awarded, - -
February 2.3.
Epacris. — For the best six named varieties, in pots, not
awarded, - - - - - - ' -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
April 27.
Hyacinths. — For the best ten named varieties, not awarded, 4 00
For the next best, to James McTear, - - - 3 00
May 4.
Hyacin^ths. — For the best twenty named varieties, to Hovey
& Co., - - - - , - - - 6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 5 00
May 11.
Tulips, Early. — For the l)est twenty flowers, not less than
ten named varieties, to Ilovey & Co., - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Karcissus. — For the best display, to Hovey & Co., - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Opening of the Hall, May 25.
Greenhouse Plants. — For the best disjilay of twelve vari-
eties, regard to be had to new and rare varieties, and
well grown specimens of named plants, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For the next best, not awarded, -
Greenhouse Azaleas. — For the best six named varieties,
in pots, not awarded, . _ . - -
For the next best, not awarded, _ . - -
For the next best, not awarded, . _ . -
Pelargoniums. — For the best six named Show varieties, in
pots, to H. H. Hunnewell, - - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
For the best six named Fancj' varieties, in pots, to H. H.
Hunnewell, -------
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
For the best six Zonal varieties, in pots, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
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10 00
8 00
5 00
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5 00
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PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. 11
Heaths.— For the best six named varieties, in i)ots, not
awarded, - - - - - - -$6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
Specimen PlaisT. — Regard being had to new and rare
varieties.
For the best specimen plant, of a kind for which no special
jDrize is offered, to Hovey & Co., . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, _ . . .
CiiN'EKAEiAS. — For the best six named varieties, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Calceolarias. — Ft»r the best six varieties, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, - . _ _
Fuchsias. — For the best six named varieties, in pots, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, not awarded. - - - .
Gloxinias. — For the best six named varieties, not awarded,
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
AcHiMEXES. — For the best six named varieties, not awarded,
For the next best, not awarded,
Pansies. — For the best. six distinct varieties, in pots, not awarded, 5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
IIaxgixg Baskets. — The plants to have been growing in
them at least one month.
For the best specimen, to Hovey & Co., - - -
For the next best, to John E. Westgate, - - -
Tulips, Late. — For the best twenty flowers, not less than ten
named varieties, not awarded, - - . -
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, . - . -
For the next best, to James Comley, - - -
For the next best, to Francis Parkman, - - -
For the next best, not awarded,
Native Plants. — For the largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter,
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S. Joyce, 3 00
For the next best, to Miss S. C. Westgate, - - .
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, - - - .
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, not awarded, -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - .
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June 1.
Cut Flowers.— For the best display, filling 150 bottles, to
Francis Parkman, - - - - - - S5 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - -. - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S. Joyce, 2 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 1 00
June 8.
Hardy Azaleas. — For the best display of named varieties,
to Hovey & Co., ------
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Hardy Shrubs. — For the best display, not awarded, -
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
For the next best, not awarded, _ . - -
Shrubby Peonies. — For the best six named varieties, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
Native Plants — For the largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter, - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Cut Flowers.— For the best, to F. Parkman,
For the next best, to James Xugent, - . .
For the next best, to James McTear, - . .
Baskets of Flowers.— For the best arranged, to Miss S. C.
Westgate, - - - ' -
For the next best, to Mrs S, Joyce, - - - -
June 15.
Rhododendrons. — For the best display of named varieties,
to II. II Ilunnewell, . - - - -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
Iris, (Tuberous varieties.) — For the best twenty named varie-
ties, to James McTear, . - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - -
For the next best, to Geo. Craft, - - - -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs S. Joyce,
For the next best, to Miss S. C. AVestgate, - - -
June 22.
Herbaceous Peonies. — For the best ten named varieties,
to Hovey & Co., ------
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - . . .
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2 00
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5 00
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Cut Flowers.— For the best, to W. C. Strong, - - S5 00
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to Geo. Craft, - - - - 3 00
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S. Joyce, 2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - - 1 00
Sprixg Herbaceous Plants.— For the largest and best
display of named species and varieties, exhibited April
6th, May 4th and 25th, June 8th and 22d, prize to be
awarded June 22d, not awarded, - - - - 10 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 8 00
For the next best, to James McTear, - - - 6 00
Eose Show, June 25 and 26.
Class I.
Hardy June Eoses. — For the best fifteen distinct named
varieties, to Francis Parkman, - - - - 6 00
For the next best to Hovey & Co., - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Class II.
For the best ten named varieties, to J. McTear, - - 3 00
For the next best, to James Nugent, - - - 2 00
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - - - 1 00
Class III.
Hardy Perpetual Eoses. — For the best twenty distinct
named varieties, to John C. Chaffin, - - - 6 00
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
Class IV.
For the best ten distinct named varieties, to C. J. Power,
For the next best, to F. Parkman, . - - -
For the next best, to J. McTear, - . -
Class V.
Moss Eoses. — For the best display of not less than ten named
varieties, to Francis Parkman, _ - - -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the next best, to James McTear, . - .
Class VI.
Tender Eoses. — For the best display of not less than ten
named varieties, to James Nugent, . - -
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
Class VII.
Eoses. — For the best general display, to Francis Parkman,
For the next best, to E. Stone, , . - -
For the next best, to John C. Chaffln, . - -
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14 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Savekt "Williams. — For the best thirty trusses, not less than
ten distinct varieties, not awarded, ...
For the next best, to C. B. Brighani, ...
Paisley Pinks. — For the best sixty blooms, not less than six
named varieties, exhibited in bunches of three of the
same variety, not awarded, ....
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, to Hovey
& Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, to Hovey & Co.,
' For the next best, not awarded, ....
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to H. 11. Ilunnewell, -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., ...
For the next best, to Josei^h Breck, ...
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S. Joyce, 2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, - - - 1 00
Xatiye Plants. — For the largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to Mrs. M. E. Carter,
For the next best, not awarded, ....
July 6.
Delphiniums. — For the best ten named varieties, to Francis
Parkman, ..-.---
For the next best, not awarded, - - -
For the next best, not awarded ....
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to F. Parkman,
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, ....
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., ....
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S. Joyce,
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B.'Chase, ...
• July 13.
Summer Phloxes. — For the best ten distinct named varieties,
not awarded, ......
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the next best, to James McTear, ...
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to F. Parkraan,
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - -
For the next best, to J. McTear, ....
Baskets of FLowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, .......
For the next best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, - - -
Native Plants. — For the largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter,
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. lU
July 20.
Carnations. — For the best ten named varieties, not awarded, §5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to James McTear, - - - 3 00
PicOTEES. — For the best ten named varieties, not aAvarded, - 5 00
For the next best, to James McTear, - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to Francis Parkman, - - 5 00
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - 4 00
For the next best, to N. Washburn, - - - 3 00
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. C. B.
Chase, - - - - - - - 2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, - - - 1 00
July 27.
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to Ilovey & Co., - - 5 00
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, • - - - 3 00
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. C. B.
Chase, - - - - - - - 2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, - - - 1 00
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, to John E.
Westgate, - - - - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, not awarded, - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Native Plants. — For the largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter, - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Hollyhocks.— For the best ten distinct varieties, in spikes,
not awarded, - - - - - -5 00
For the next best, to James Nugent, - - - 4 00
For the next best, to A, McLaron, - - - - 2 00
August 3.
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to Hovey & Co., - - 5 00
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, - . - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S. Joyce, 2 00
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Kenrick, - - - 1 00
August 10.
Phloxes. — For the best ten distinct named varieties, to James
McTear, - - - - - - - 5 00
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - - - 4 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - 3 00
For the best Seedling, the Society's Silver Medal, not awarded.
16 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Cut Flowers.— For the best, to W. C. Strong, - - S5 00
For the next best, to F. Parkman, - . - -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., ...
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. C. B.
Chase, --.__..
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, . . .
ArorsT 17.
Petunias. — For the best collection of named varieties, thirty
tlowers, not awarded, - . . . .
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, _ . _
Balsams. — For the best twelve spikes, to Joseph Breck,
For the next best, to James McTear, . . .
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, - - .
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to F. Parkman,
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, . . _
For the next best, to J. McTear, ....
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, .---...
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, ...
August 24.
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to F. Parkman,
For the next best, to Geo. Craft, . . . -
For the next best, to James McTear, ...
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. C. B.
Chase, .......
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, ...
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, to J. E.
Westgate, -.-.-..
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, not awarded, -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Summer Herbaceous Plants. — For the largest and best
display of named species and varieties, exhibited July
4th and 20th, August 3d and 24th — prize to be awarded
August 24th — not awarded, - - - - 10 00
For the next best, to James McTear, - - - 8 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 6 00
August 31.
Class I.
Gladiolus. — For the best twenty named varieties in spikes,
to Hovey & Co., 6 CO
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - - - 5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 GO
S4 00
3 00
2 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. 17
Class II.
For the best ten named varieties in spikes, to W. C. Strong,
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For tlie next best, not awarded, - . . -
Class III.
For the best display of named or unnamed varieties, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, not awarded, - - - .
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
For the best single specimen spike, to W. C. Strong,
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
For the best Seedling of the season, the Society's Silver
Medal, to Geo. Craft, (for Maud Miiller).
For the next best, the Society's Bronze Medal, not awarded.
Verbenas. — For the best named collection of sixty trusses,
twenty varieties, in bunches of three of the same variety,
to Barnard & Hunnewell, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to James ISTugent, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Wm. Cains, - - - - 2 00
For the best new Seedling with foliage, the Society's Silver
Medal, not awarded.
Class I.
Asters. — For the best thirty flowers, not less than ten varie-
ties, to .loseph Breck, - - - - - 5 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - 4 00
For the next best, to Francis Theiler, - - - 3 00
Class II.
For the best twenty flowers, not less than eight varieties, to
Elbridge Wason, - - - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to James Nugent, - - - 2 00
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - - - 1 00
Class III.
Pompon Asters. — For the best sixty blooms, not less than
six varieties, in bunches of three of the same variety, to
Hovey & Co., - - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - - - 2 00
Stocks. — For the best display of not less than six varieties,
not awarded, - - - - - . 4 OO
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Cut Flowers.— For the best, to Francis Parkman, - - 5 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - 4 00
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - 3 00
2
18 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Baskets of Flowers.— For the best arranged, to Miss S. C.
Westgate, - - - - - - - |!2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - - 1 00
Native Plants. — For the largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter, - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
September 7.
Class I.
Double Zinnias. — For the best thirty flowers, not less than
six varieties, to Hovey & Co., - _ _ .
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, ...
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, . _ .
Class II.
For the best twenty flowers, not less than four varieties, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, to Francis Theiler, - - -
For the best specimen bloom, not awarded, - - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, - . .
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - _ _
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Miss S. C.
AVestgate, -------
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - -
Annual Exhibition. — September 24, 25, 26 and 27.
Plants in Pots.
Greenhouse Plants. — For the best twenty greenhouse and
stove plants of different varieties, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, to Jonathan French, - . -
For the next best, to H. H. Hunnewell, - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
Yariegated Leaved Plants. — For the best ten varieties,
not offered in the collection of greenhouse plants, to
Ilovey & Co., ------
For the next best^ not awarded, . . - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Variegated Plant. — For the best single specimen, not of-
fered in any collection, to H. H. Hunnewell,
For the next best, to Jonathan French, - - -
Caladiums. — For tlic best ten named varieties, to Hovey &
Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
Caladiums. — For the best six named varieties, not awarded, -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
30 00
25 00
20 00
15 00
10 00
8 00
6 00
5 00
3 00
10 00
8 00
5 00
4 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. 19
Ferxs. — For the best twelve named varieties, to H. H. Hunne-
well, _--._._
For the next best, not awarded, - . _ _
For the best sik named varieties, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, to James McTear, . . _
Lycopods. — For the best six named varieties, to Ilovey &
Co.,
For the next best, to H. H. Hunnewell, . - -
Maeantas. — For the best six named varieties, to ITovey &
Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, - . . _
Begonias. — For the best six named varieties, to II. II. Hun-
newell, - - - - - -
For the next best, to Ilovey & Co., - . _
Plants in Bloom. — For the best six varieties in pots, to
Ilovey & Co., ---._.
For the next best, not awarded, - - - .
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
Specimen Plant. — For the best, not variegated, of a kind
for which no special prize is offered, to Ilovey & Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, - - . _
Hanging Baskets. — The plants to have been growing in them
at least one month.
For the best specimen, to Ilovey & Co., - . .
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
For the next best, not awarded, - . . .
Cut Flowers. — For the best display and best kept during the
• Exhibition, to Hovey & Co., - - . .
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - . -
For the next best, to Francis Parkman, - . _
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, - - .
For the next best, to Edward Flynn, - . .
For the next best, to Elbridge Wason, ...
For the next best, to James Comley, ...
Gladiolus. — For the best display of named or unnamed va-
rieties, to Geo. Craft, - - . . .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Dahlias. — Prizes awarded on the first day of the Annual Ex-
hibition.
For the best twenty-four named varieties, to C. J. Power, -
For the next best, to Ilovey & Co., ...
For the next be^t, to Edward Flynn, ...
$8 00
G 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
10 00
14 00
12 00
10 00
8 00
6 00
4 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
20 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
For the best twelve named varieties, to Edward Flyiin, - S3 00
For the next best, to James McTear, . . _
For the next best, to J. Nugent, - - . .
For the best specimen bloom, to C. J. Power,
LiLiPUTiAX Dahlias.— For the best twenty flowers, not less
than six named varieties, to B. D. Hill, Jr.,
For the next best, to C. J. Power, - - - .
Dahlias. — Prizes awarded the third day of the Exhibition.
For the best twenty-four named varieties, to Edward Flynn,
For the next best, to Ilovey & Co., ...
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
For the best twelve named varieties, to Edward Flynn,
For the next best, to D. B. Hill, Jr.,
For the next best, not awarded, . - - .
For the best specimen bloom, to Edward Fljum,
LiLiPUTiAN Dahlias. — For the best twenty flowers, not less
than six named varieties, to B. D. Hill, Jr.,
For the next best, not awarded, - - - .
Parlor Bouquets. — For the best pair exhibited on Tuesday,
to M. P. Wilder,
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, ...
Hand Bouquets. — For the best pair exhibited on Tuesday,
to James McTear, . . . . .
For the next best, to James ISTugcnt, ...
Parlor Bouquets. — For the best pair exhibited on Thursday,
to M. P. Wilder,
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, ...
Hand Bouquets. — For the best pair exhibited on Thursday,
not awarded, - -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Large Bouquets. — For the best pair, suitable for the Brad-
lee or Jones vases, and best kept during the Exhibition,
to Hovey & Co., ......
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged and best kept
during the Exhibition, to Miss S. C. Westgate, -
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - . -
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Kenrick, - - -
November 1G.
Chrysanthemums. — For the best six varieties in pots, not
awarded, .-.--..
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
For the best six Pompons in pots, not awarded,
For the next best, not awarded, - - - .
2 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
6 00
4 00
G 00
4 00
6 00
4 00
6 00
4 00
12 00
8 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
10 00
6 00
10 00
6 00
premiums on flowers. 2i
During the Season.
Lilies. — For the best display of the season, not awarded, - S6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
DELPniNiUMS. — For the best Seedling during the season, the
Society's Silver Medal, to Francis Parkman, for the
Seedling named Mrs. S. Parkman.
For the next best, the Society's Bronze Medal, not awarded.
Ev'ERGREEN TREES AND Shrubs. — For the best display in
pots during the season, to Francis Parkman, - - 8 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 5 00
SPECIAL GEATUITIES AWARDED AT THE AIN'N^UAL
EXHIBITION.
Open to all Contributors.
Table Design. — For the best, to be composed of flowers
only, or of fruit and flowers combined, and not to exceed
four feet in height, to Washburn & Co., - - -
For the- next best, to Geo. Moore, - - - -
Baskets of Wild or N'ative Flowers. — For the best
arranged and best kept during the exhibition, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, ._.----
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Kenrick, - - -
For the next best, to Miss Martha Ware, -
15 00
10 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
22 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
GRATUITIES AWARDED AT WEEKLY EXHIBITIONS.
February 1G.
James McTear, for Stellaria glauca, - - - - SI 00
March 2.
Richard Oldreive, for twelve varieties Azaleas, - - 1 00
April 27.
N". Wasliburu, for Hj'acinths, - - - - - 3 00
May 4.
X. Washburn, for Hyacinths, - - . - -
Wm Wales, for Bouquet of Roses and Seedling Azalea,
May 18.
Hovey & Co., for nine varieties Pyrus Japonica,
Wm. Wales, for Bouquet of Roses, ... -
John C. Chaffln, for Prunus triloba rosea,
John A. Kenrick, for Magnolias, . _ _ .
Opening of the Hall — May 2o.
John A. Kenrick, for three varieties of Magnolias,
Walker & Co., for late Tulips,
Hovey & Co., for five pots Azaleas, ... -
Miss S. C. Westgate, for Bouquets, ....
Francis Parkman, for three Pot Plants, ....
Hovey & Co., for double Seedling Petunias,
J. W. Brooks, for six plants of Fuchsias,
Hovey & Co., for collection of Pot Plants,
June 1.
James Comley, for Cut Flowers, ....
^Y. C. strong, for Cut Flowers, - - - - ■
Joseph Breck, for display of late Tulips,
James Comley, for two plants of Fuchsias,
June 8.
James Comley, for Cut Flowers, ....
Henry Vandine, do. . . . -
Mrs. S. Joyce, do. . . - -
John A. Kenrick, do. ....
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket of Flowers,
Hovey & Co., for Hardy Shrubs, ...
F. Parkman, do. - - - - .
Hovey & Co., for new doitble Hardy Azaleas, -
F. Parkman, for Seedling Lilium tenuifolium, -
Wm. Cains, for two plants of Fuchsias, - - -
Mrs. G. W. C. Washljurn, for Basket of Pansies,
F. Parkman, for Pot Plants, ... -
2 00
4 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
5 00
1 00
2 00
0 00
4 00
5 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS. 23
June 15.
H. II. Hunnewell, for Rhododendrons and Azaleas,
Hovey & Co., for Rhododendrons,
James McTear, for Cut Flowers, . _ .
Henry Vandine, do. . . - -
F. Parkman, for Iris, . . . . -
Mrs. E. M. Gill, for Basket of Flowers,
Miss A. C. Kenrick, do. do. -
F. Parkman, for double Seedling Pyrethrum Carneum,
J. F. C. Hyde, for Ranunculus, . - - .
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Saxifraga pyramidalis.
Miss M. E. Carter, for ]!^ative Plants,
Miss E. M. Strong, do. . . .
June 22.
James McTear, for Cut Flowers,
Ilov^cy & Co., do. _ ■ - .
E. A. Story, do. . . - .
John A. Kenrick, do. _ . . .
N". Washburn, do. . . - -
Miss S. C. Westgate, for Basket of Flowers,
Miss A. C. Kenrick, do. do.
Miss S. W. Story, do. do.
Miss Ware, for Native Plants, - . - .
O. H. Peck, for Pot Plants, . . . -
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Cypripedium spectabilis,
Sumner Downe, for Bouquets, - - - -
John A. Kenrick, for Magnolia macrophylla,
F. Parkman, for display of Roses, - . .
Rose Show. — June 25 and 2G.
J. W. Brooks, for Cut Flowers, - - - -
William Cains, do. - . . .
AValker & Co., do. . _ . .
E. A. Story, do. . . . .
AV. J. Underwood, do. . . . _
J. W. Manning, do. . _ . .
J. G. Chandler, do. _ _ _ -
Henry Yandine, do, . . - _
Elbridge Wason, do. - - . -
N". Washburn, do. . . . .
W. C. Strong, do. . . . .
James Comley, do. . _ _ .
James Nugent, do. - _ . .
Edward Flynn, for Roses, _ . . .
Hovey & Co., do. . . . .
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24 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Wiirrcn Heustis, for Eoses, - - - - - S2 00
Mrs. J. E. M. Gillcy, do. ....
Mrs. T. W. Ward, do. ....
Walker & Co., do. ....
C. J. Power, do. ....
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket of Flowers,
Miss S. W. Story, do. * do. -
Miss S. C. Westgate, do. do. ...
James McTear, for Paisley Pinks, ...
Hovey & Co., do. ....
Elbridge Wason, do. ....
C. B. Brigham, for Sweet Williams, ...
John A. Kenrick, for Magnolia macrophylla,
F. Parkman, for Seedling Magnolia macrophylla,
John J. Diswell, for Styrax Irevigatum, - - -
James Comley, for Fuchsia Variegata, ...
Wm. H. Ilalliday, for Wardian Case, -
Wra. Wales, for Marechal Niel Kose, ...
Amasa Farrier, for Bouquets, -
Hovey & Co., for collection of Pot Plants,
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for eight pots of Gloxinias, -
J. W. Brooks, for ten specimen plants Fuchsias
E. Stone, for renewal of Koses, . - - -
F. Parkman, do. . . . _
C. J. Power, do. ....
J. C. Chaffin, do. ....
Hovey & Co., for renewal of Cut Flowers,
Sumner Downe, do. do. ...
Wm. Cains, do. do. - - -
Miss S. C. Westgate, for Basket of Flowers,
July 6.
James McTear, for Cut Flowers, ...
Miss A. C. Wheeler, for Basket of Lilies,
Sumner Downe, for Cut Flowers, ...
E. Stone, for Roses, ....
F. Parkman, for Deutzia crenata, (double).
Miss E. M. Strong, for ITative Plants, - . -
Hovey & Co., two plants of Gardenia florida, -
July 13.
A. McLaron, for Seedling Petunias and Verbenas,
Hovey & Co., for Cut Flowers, - - - -
Sumner Downe, for three varieties Lathyrus,
W. C. Strong, for Clematis, Jackinan's No. 9, -
Sumner Downe, for Cut Flowers, ...
1 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
20 00
8 00
10 00
2 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS.
25
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket of Flowers, - - - SI 00
J. F. C. Hyde, for Seedling Pinks and Picotees, - - 3 00
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for rare Exotics, Gloxinias and Picotees, - 5 00
Amasa Farrier, for two Bouquets, - - - - 1 00
James Comley, for Liliiim canadensis, - - - - 1 00
July 20.
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket of Flowers, - - - 1 00
Thomas Smallwood, for Hollyhocks, - - - - 1 00
Mrs. C. E. Bockns, do. - - - - - 1 00
J. F. C. Hyde, for new Seedling Pinks and Picotees, - - 2 00
Miss E. M. Strong, for Native Plants, - - - - 3 00
" Martha Ware, for Native Plants, - - - - 2 00
J. E. Westgate, for six Bouquets, - - - - 2 00
July 27.
James McTear, for Cut Flowers, - - - - 2 00
Miss E. M. Strong, for Native Plants. - - - - 2 00
Mrs. E. M. Gill, for Basket of Flowers, - - - 1 00
Miss A. C. Kenrick, do. do. - - - - 1 00
" H. G. Duncklee, do. do. - - - - I'OO
Mrs. S. Joyce, for Hand Bouquets, . . . . i
C. B. Brigham, for Hollyhocks, ----- 1
Sumner Downe, for Cut Flowers, - - . _ 1
Thomas Smallwood, for Hollyhocks, - - - - 1
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Pare Exotics, - ... 5
Thomas Smallwood, for Lilium Philadelphicum, - - 1
August 3.
Geo. E. Nelson, for Allamanda Schottii, - - - 1 00
John Jeffries Jr., for fine Hollyhocks, - - - - 4 00
Miss Martha Ware, for Native Plants, - - - - 1 00
James Liversage, for Hollyhocks, - - - - 1 00
August 10.
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket of Flowers, - - - 1 00
Mrs. E. M. Gill, do. do. - - - 1 00
Geo. Craft, for Lobelia cardinalis, - - - - 1 00
J. C. Hovey, for Arenaria glabra, .- - - - 1 00
C. B. Brigham, for Fungi, - - - - - 1 00
J. E. Westgate for Lilium lancifolium - - - - 1 00
Geo. E. Nelson, for Display, - - - - - 2 00
Henry Vandine, for Cut Flowers, - - - - 1 00
C. B. Brigham, do. do. 2 00
James McTear, do. do. - - - - - 2 00
N. Washburn, do. do. 2 00
J. E. Westgate, for Large Bouquet, - - - - 1 00
A. Farrier, for Bouquets, - - - - - -2 00
Miss E. M. Strong, for Native Plants, - - - - 2 00
00
00
00
00
00
00
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John S. Eichards, for Seedling Gladiolus,
August 17.
C. B. Brigham, for Cut Flowers, -
Mrs. T. ^y. Ward, for Kara Exotics,
J. E. TVestgate, for Japan Lilies,
A. Farrier, for Bouquets,
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket of Flowers,
C. B. Brigham, for Display of Fungi,
August 24.
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket of Flowers,
Mrs. E. M. Gill, do. do. -
Amasa Farrier, for Bouquets,
C. B. Brigham, for display of Fungi,
Mrs. S. Joyce, for Brugmantia Knightii,
James Nugent, for Japan Lilies, -
Miss S. W. Story, do. do. -
Hovcy & Co., for Liliuni auratum,
Benj. D. Hill, Jr., for Dahlias,
John S. Kichards, for Seedling Gladiolus,
Joseph Breck, for Truffanfs Asters,
C. B. Brigham, for Cut Flowers, -
N. Washburn, do.
AUGUT 31.
Joseph Breck, for Cut Flowers,
Wm. Cains, do.
C. B. Brigham, do.
K. Washburn, do.
Mrs. G. W. C. Washburn, do.
" S. Joyce, for Basket of Flowers,
Miss A. C. Kenrick, do. do.
Mrs. E. M. Gill, do. do.
J. E. Westgate, do. do.
C. B. Brigham, for display of Fungi,
Amasa Farrier, for Bouquets,
Hovey & Co., for seedling Japan Lilies, -
H. Grundel, for Asters and Japan Lilies,
Hovey & Co., for plant of Sedum Fabarium,
Joseph Breck, for Bouquets,
Mrs. S. Joyce, for Sedum,
" E. M. Gill, for Seedling Verbenas, -
John S. Richards, for Seedling Gladiolus,
James Nugent, for Japan Lilies,
September 7.
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Rare Exotics,
C. B. Brigham, for disjilay of Fungi,
$2 00
1 00
5 00
1 00
1 00
1 CO
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
1 00
I'OO
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
3 00
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James I^ugent, for Bouquets and Lilies, - - - $3 00
Mrs. E. M. Gill, for Baskets of Flowers, . , .
Miss A. C. Keurick, do. . . . .
Mrs. S. Joyce, do. . - - .
A. Farrier, for Bouquet, . _ . - -
J. E. Westgate, for Japan Lilies and Tuberoses,
Geo. Craft, for Seedling and named varieties Gladiolus,
James McTear, for Cut Flowers, ....
C. B. Brigham, do. . . . - .
J. G. Chandler, do. . . _ . .
N. Washburn, do. . . . . .
Miss E. M. Strong, for Native Plants, ....
Benj. D. Hill, Jr., for Phloxes and Dahlias, . . -
Annual Exhibition. — September 24, 25, 26 and 27.
C. B. Brigham, for Cut Flowers, _ _ . -
N. Washburn, do. . - . - .
James McTear, do. .....
Mrs. G. W. C. Washburn, for Cut Flowers,
Francis Skinner, do. ....
Mrs. E. M. Gill, for Basket of Flowers,
" S. A. Eussell, do.
Miss Mary E. Ware, for Basket of Native Flowers,
Edward Flynn, for display of Dahlias, ...
Benj. D. Hill, Jr., do.
01m & Brothers, do -
A. McDermott, do. - - - . -
A Farrier, for Display, ..-.-.
George F. Stone, for Bouquets, . - . - .
George Leland, for Amaranth Design, ....
do. for Cockscombs, ....
James McTear, for new Gladiolus, . . . _
Mrs. C. B. Chase, for Basket, - - . -
do. for Design, . . - _ -
E. S. Band, Jr., for Evergreens, . . - .
do. for Balsam Apples, . - - -
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for three varieties Allamandas.
John Galvin, for Native Plants, . - - . -
Hovey & Co., for Hand Bouquets, - - - ^ -
Miss Mary K. Ware, for Gentiana crinita, ...
John H. Adams, for Cut Flowers, ....
Francis Theiler, for Amaranths, ....
Mrs. E. M. Gill, for stand of Flowers, ....
" G. W. C. Washburn, for Basket of Amaranths,
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
3 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
5 00
5 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
3 00
1 00
2 00
5 00
1 00
5 00
2 00
4 00
1 00
2 00
8 00
2 00
1 00
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C. B. Brigham, for fine display of Fungi,
"W. C. Strong, for Coleus Plants,
James Nugent, for Variegated Hydrangeas,
"Wni. Cains, for collection of Plants,
Olin & Brothers, do. . - -
James McTear, do. - - -
Hovey & Co., for Caladiums, . - .
"W. C. Strong, for Variegated Foliage, -
do. for collection of Verbenas,
Francis Skinner, for Cut Flowers,
Herman Grundel, for plant of Begonia diversifolia,
J. E. "Westgate, for two Baskets of Flowers,
Mrs. "Wm. Kenrick, for Wreath of Everlastings,
Hovej' & Co., for Hanging Basket of Plants, -
James McTear, for Bouquet, ...
Mrs. S. Joyce, for Design, . . .
do. for Basket of Flowers,
October 5.
James McTear, for plant of IRerine coruscans,
October 19.
James Barrett, for Polyporus frondosus,
November 16.
Hovey & Co., for Chrysanthemums,
J. McTear, do. - - -
NOVEMBEB 30.
H. H. Ilunnewell, for new Celosia,
During the Season.
Hovey & Co., for Camellias, ...
Francis Parkman, for Lilies, ...
S8 00
3 00
2 00
10 00
4 00
00
00
00
00
00
3 00
4 00
2 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
5 00
3 00
The amount of .^1,471 has been
during the year, to the following per
Hovey & Co., - - ^347 00
James McTear, - - 101 00
Joua. French, - - 28 00
James jSTugent, - - 36 00
H. II. Ilunnewell, - 77 00
W. C. Strong, - - 59 00
Walker & Co., - - 0 00
C. J. Power, - - 13 00
J. E. Westgate, - - 32 00
Miss S. C. Westgate, - 17 00
Miss H. G. Duncklee, - 1 00
awarded in Prizes and Gratuities,
sons:
James Comley. -
Mrs C. B. Chase,
Francis Parkman,
Miss A. C. Kenrick,
Richard Oldreive,
Miss A. C. Wheeler,
John A. Kenrick,
Joseph Breck,
Miss S. W. Story,
Miss M, E. Carter,
Henry Vandine, -
- S18 00
- 19 00
- 132 00
- 18 00
1 00
1 00
6 00
- 63 00
2 00
- 19 00
4 00
PREMIUMS ON FLOWERS.
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E. stone, - - S7 00
Thomas Smallwood, - 3 00
George Craft, - - 20 00
Mrs. C. E. Bockus, - 1 00
J. W. Brooks, - - 10 00
John C. Chatlin, - - 11 00
J. G. Chandler, - - 2 00
Geo. Leland, - - 4 00
Wm. Cains, - - 19 00
Geo. F. Stone, - - 1 00
Washburn & Co., - 15 00
John J. Dixvvell, - 1 00
A. Earrier, - - 9 00
Mrs. T. W. Ward, - 35 00
N. AYashburn, - - 18 00
W. J. Underwood, - 1 00
Mrs. G. W. C. Washburn, 6 00
J. W. Manning, - - 1 00
George Moor, - - 10 00
Wm. AVales, - - 7 00
Erancis Skinner, - - 6 00
John Galvin, - - 2 00
Mrs. E. M. Gill, - - 13 00
J. F. C. Hyde, - - 7 00
Sumner Downe, - - 7 00
E. A. Story, - - 2 00
John H. Adams, - 2 00
Miss Martha Ware, - 6 00
Miss Mary E. Ware, - 2 00
James Liversage, - 1 00
The following awards were also made:
To Erancis Parkman, for the best Seedling Delphinium, the Society's
Silver Medal.
To George Craft, for the best Seedling Gladiolus, the Society's Silver
Medal.
To Ilovey & Co., for improved Seedlings of Iris Ktempferi, the
Society's Silver Medal.
To J. S. Richards, for fine collection of Seedling Gladiolus, the
Society's Silver Medal.
Elbridge Wason,
C. B. Brigham, -
Mrs. Wm. Kenrick,
Miss E. M. Strong,
E. S. Rand, Jr., -
Anthony McLaron,
O. H. Peck,
Barnard & Hunnevvell,
Miss S. A. Russell,
Mrs. S. Joyce, -
M. P. Wilder, -
Geo. E. Nelson, -
John Jeflries, Jr.,
H. Grundel,
Edward Elynn, -
Warren Heustis, -
Benj. D. Hill, Jr.,
01m & Brothers,
James Barrett, -
A. McDermott, -
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley,
W. H. Halliday, -
Erancis Theiler, -
John E. Richards,
J. C. Hovey,
Amoiuit awarded.
Balance unexpended.
- S12 (0
- 45 00
2 00
- 12 00
8 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
1 00
- 38 00
- 12 00
3 00
4 00
5 00
- 31 00
2 00
- 10 00
6 00
2 00
2 00
1 CO
3 00
- 13 00
8 00
1 CO
^1471 00
- 29 00
Amount appropriated, - 1500 00
At the commencement of the past season, liberal premiums were
oflfered for nearly every desirable class of plants and tiowers ; but, it is
to be regretted, that in a large Society like ours, so few of our members,
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who have gardens and greenhouses, have been competitors for premi-
ums, or even contributors to our exhibitions.
The Opening Exhibition was good, though smaller than usual, not
more than two-thirds of the premiums offered being awarded. The at-
tendance at this, and also at the Weekly Exhibitions through the season,
has much improved, and shows a gradually increasing interest.
The Third Annual Exhibition of Roses was held on the 25th and 2Gth
of June, and filled both Halls. It was thought liest to make this a fee-
paying exhibition, as last year. The disjilaj' of Roses was larger and
better than at any previous Show for a number of years. Financially,
it was also a success, as the following figures will show: Total receipts
of exhibition, S2G2.25; expenses of exhibition, S200.88; balance over
expenses, S61.37.
One of the most interesting features at our Weekly Exhibitions, have
been the large and fine collections of Native Plants, by our young lady
contributors. Premiums were offered the past season for this class of
plants, but as most of the contributors were not members of the Socie-
ty, gratuities had to be substituted in place of premiums.
The display of Baskets of Flowers has also been much improved, and
now forms a very conspicuous part of our Weekly Exhibitions.
During the past season fine displays of rare Hothouse Flowers have
been made from time to time from the Conservatory of Mrs. T. W.
Ward. Eight plants of Gloxinias from the same source were exhibited
at the Rose Show, which were pronounced perfect specimens in every
sense.
The Annual Exhibition was all that could be desired, though much
crowded for want of space. On the first night of the Exhibition we
were visited by a frost, which, in some localities, was quite severe, pre-
venting a number of contributors from rei^lenishing their stands of Cut
Flowers.
The amount appropriated by the Society for Floral Prizes was S1500.
Of this amount the Committee have awarded in Premiums and Gratu-
ities S1471, leaving a balance of S29 to the credit of the Committee.
In closing this Report, we would call the attention of contributors to
the changes in the Schedule of Prizes for the ensuing year, especially
those at the Rose Show.
J. C. IIOVEY, Chairman.
Appi'oved,
James McTear,
E. F. Washburx,
F. Parkman,
C. H. B. Breck,
O. II. Peck,
S. H GiBBENS.
FRUIT C0M3IITTEE'S EEPORT. 31
EEPOET OF THE COMMITTEE ON EEUITS.
For the Year 1867.
by "w. c. strong, chaibman.
It is a rare occurrence that a season may be called perfect for the de-
velopment of all the various kinds of fruit. So many conditions are
required, covering the cold of winter, the heat and moisture of summer,
the early and late frosts, the growth of previous years; so multiplied,
various and disconnected are the elements that we are accustomed to
expect unequal results. It is a reason for thankfulness that we have
such a variety in fruits, so distinct and independent that the abundance
of one crop may be a suj^ply for the want of another. With us a total
ftiilure is even more rare than perfect success. If we examine the record
of fruits exhibited before this Society for nearly two score years, we
shall find that, while the items vary, the tables are almost uniformly filled.
It is with greatest surprise that Ave note the conclusions of an eminent
cultivator '"after two years of travelling all over the Christian world, . , .
that America is the worst fruit-growing country in the world, excejit the
North of Europe." It is indeed true that, in this transition period of
exhaustion of our virgin soil and aridity of climate consequent upon the
wholesale destruction of our forests, together with a natural increase of
injurious insects, certain crops are not as spontaneous as in former years.
The peach will be recalled as a marked illustration of this fact. Yet if
we look on the encouraging side we shall find that every season of the
year is abundantly supplied with fruits of the highest known excellence,
so that we are rather inclined to say that exactly the reverse of Mr. Sar-
gent's proposition is true. Take the crops in their order. For forced
fruits, our clear bright sun more than counterbalances the extreme cold
of winter. With ease, almost amounting to certainty, we can produce
the best of forced fruits for the Spring months. Promptly in June comes
the inestimable Strawberry, no where surpassed, and never before
equalled in quantity. The small fruits which follow, the Easpberry, the
Currant, Blackberry and native Gooseberry all yield almost certain re-
turns for judicious culture. The Pear was never more abundant or
more easy of management. The successful example of several Apple
orchardists demonstrates that this standard fruit can be grown with en.
tire success even in the most infected districts. And for the life-invigor-
ating Grape, with all the drawbacks of rot and mildew and early frosts,
what can we say for the Grape? This we will say, that in this unprece-
dented year of rain, with complete failure in some localities, and with
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some varieties, j-et a considerable and, under the circumstances, a most
encouraging crop was gathered even in New England, a single excep-
tional Isabella vine yielding over 1000 pounds, under the very shadow of
the White Mountains. Enterprising cultivators in New England were
never more hopeful for the Grape than now. If we go back from the
Atlantic Coast, where the season has been, in marked contrast, exces-
sively dry, we shall find the Grape crop has fully equalled that of the
most famous wine growing districts in the world, with the possible ex-
ception of our own Pacific Coast. An eminent and reliable writer who
has had the best facilities for procuring statistics, has yet so greatly ex-
ceeded previous estimates that we must doubt the accuracy of his data.
He gives the number of acres of Grapes in bearing. East of the Eocky
Mountain range in 1867, as 1,500,000. The yield is over two tons per
acre. Three million tons of Grapes at 10 cents per pound, makes the
round value of §600,000,000, (Six hundred million dollars). He also
estinuites the land planted in vineyard, not yet in bearing, at 1,000,000
acres. Granting this to be an over-estimate, yet it indicates a rapid
stride, and a success in grape-culture which is without a parallel, if we
except our own Golden State, where single vineyardists have a million
vines in bearing. In the foregoing list or in fruits of equal value can
any country show a brighter prospect? Grant that the Peach and the
Plum tail in many localities and that the Cherry is less certain tlian for-
merly, yet even these are by no means abandoned fruits, and throughout
wide regions tliey are abundantly i^roliflc. This is our bright side of the
picture, and while we freely admit that far more care and toil are re-
quired than when the soil was new, yet we must be encouraged by the
fact that ours is not an exceptional case. Such a list of fruits of such
intrinsic value cannot be produced in any temperate clime, the world
over, without the price of eternal vigilance. It is our duty to note the
influence of the varying seasons, and other operating causes in order that
we may, as far as is possible, eliminate every element of failure.
The past season has been remarkable chiefly for the amount of rainfall
during the growing months. From R. T. Paine, Esq., who has kept a
careful record, at Boston, for the past forty years, we have ol)tained the
following data:
The whole amount of rain for the year, was 49.84 inches, being an ex-
cess of 4.5 inches over the average for forty years past. The amount
for July was 5.68 inches, which is an excess over the monthly a-s erage of
1.54 inches. In August the amount is much greater, reaching the large
quantity of 9.96 inches, which is 5.54 inches above the average. Large
as this is, the quantity increases as we go South, on the Atlantic Coast,
until it reaches the unprecedented amount of 17 inches, at Philadelphia,
during the single month of August. The nearest approach to this was
in July, 1863, when the monthly fall was 12.5 inches, and 5.64 inches in
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 33
August, and the total for that year was the enormous amount of 67.84
inches. The amount for 1SC2 was G1.06 inches, which shows an aggre-
gate of 128.9 inches in two consecutive years, — over lOi solid feet of
water, an ample amount for a second deluge. This is 38.3 inches in ex-
cess of the average gauge for two years, which is 90.06 inches.
The extremes of variation are between the maximum of 1803 and the
minimum fall of 26 inches in 1816, showing a difference of over forty
inches. It is evident that the common impression that about the same
quantity of rain falls each year is an error. Yet the cases cited are ex-
tremes, and it is true that the variations from the average are not greater
than we might expect. We were greatly relieved the present season by
the absence of rain during the ripening month of September, the fall
being only three quarters of an inch, or one thirteenth part as much as
in August previous. This change was an inestimable advantage to the
Grape and other ripening crops, and also to the trees, which were unu-
sually succulent. Yet the remedy came too late to prevent the injury
caused by the excessive rain of the summer months. Forage plants may
luxuriate in the moisture, but even with these the growth is too succulent.
Of course the evil is great!}' mitigated by thorough drainage, and it is
less felt in soils naturally porous. Yet nothing can compensate for the
lack of the warm genial influence of the sun. Vegetable growth has
been luxuriant, but there has been a uniform lack of flavor in all our
fruits. Perhaps the pear has suffered in quality as much as any fruit,
being watery and lacking in the high flavor of former years. Many
kinds have cracked worse than ever, owing to the stagnant action of the
roots in the cold wet ground. As we should expect. Grapes have been
subject to the difterent forms of mildew, which cause, in addition to the
unusually late start in the spring, has prevented many kinds from ripen-
ing. It seems evident that moderate dryness is essential to the develop-
ment of the highest quality in fruit. Along, the shores of Lake Erie,
the showers which are generated by the Lakes are carried over and
empty themselves upon the interior hill country, while the shore belt and
the islands are favored with a gentle humidity and a uniformity of tem-
perature which insures the best results. In the vicinity of Boston, where
the average rain fall during the three summer months is about 12^ inches
(an inch more than at Cleveland, Ohio, and from three to four inches
more than in the wine districts of Europe,) we must choose drier and
more porous soils, steejier declivities, we must see that drainage is per-
fect, in a word, we must make it the great problem to counteract the
effect of a superabundance of rain. The difficulty is that our rain is most
unequally distributed; excessive drought following excessive rain. Belts
of Evergreens have a surprising effect in modifying these extremes, and
preserving a uniformity, of temperature and moisture. But Ave have
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34 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
exceeded our limit in these speculations, and now turn to record the
work of the season.
Ou the 16th of Januaiy your Committee visited the Fruit House of E.
S. Converse, in Maiden, constructed on the plan of Professor Nyce. Mr,
Converse gave us most liberal opportunity for testing the keeping quali-
ties of various fruits, and also for inspecting the jjlan and merits of the
House. "Well knoM^n principles of science have been applied, in the con-
struction of the House, so that the results are highly satisfactory. "While
there are some exceptions, the Strawberry being an example, the great
majority of fruits may be kept as in a dormant state, for a great length of
time. In most cases the flavor of the fruit is not materially allected,
though the change is generally rapid when brought into the ojjen air,
"With good judgment in the selection of varieties there can be no doubt
of the practical value of these Fruit Houses, though it is to be borne in
mind that fruits out of season are often out of place. Bartlett Pears
sold at lower rates in November than in Septembei*. "Were they brought
in as abundantly in the latter month, the market would be quite over
stocked. This law of the market is recognized by every dealer, no en-
terprise for securing the earliest fruits being considered hazardous, while
the late varieties of a given kind of fniit have to meet a satiated appetite.
This accounts, in a degree, for the neglect of the so called ever-bearing,
or fall-bearing varieties of fruit. At the Pomological Convention of this
year, there was a disposition to condemn the entire list. The Catawissa
Rasi)berry, at least, deserves to be excepted, since it is so entirely sepa-
rated from all the other crops of small fruits, as to be called an indepen-
dent crop. Under good management it will yield a large crop in Sep-
tember, not valuable for the market it is true, but supplying a tea table
want which has been met only by peaches.
As has been stated, the appetite is keen for early fruits, for good spec-
imens of which extravagant prices are paid. No variety of fruit is so
well adapted for forcing as the Grape. It is easy of management, it
retains the highest excellence of flavor under glass, it is an attractive and
saleable fruit in the market. As a jiecuniary enterprise we think that
in sheltered positions and in low houses adapted solely to this purpose,
grapes may be forced with great success, and at prices much belo'vf' those
now ruling, during the months of April, May, and a part of June. M.
II. Simpson was the only exhibitor of early Grapes. His Muscat of
Alexandria, on the 22d of June, were compact and fine bunches, yet
scarcely ripe. C. S. Ilolbrook has been very successful in growing
forced Peaches, bringing them in just before the ripening of Strawber-
ries, in June, and obtaining from .512 to SIS per dozen for the fruit. The
house in which these are grown is 60 feet long, and contains 30 trees, in
boxes 3 feet square. The present was the 13th crpp, and on one tree 220
fruit were picked. These figures are remarkable, and it must be added
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 35
are entirely deceptive in estimating the profit of the crop. We may say
it is an extraordinary crop of an extraordinary tree, at an extraordinary
price. Probably the crop of this tree did not attain the size to command
any thing like the price named. Yet enongh is seen and known to war-
rant the statement that, with skilful and high culture, forced fruits are
a source of profit as well as highest enjoyment. It is to be hoped that
the number of contributors of forced Strawberries, Peaches and Grapes,
instead of diminishing may at least increase relatively with our popula-
tion.
On the loth of June, the Jenny Lind Strawberry opened the list of
out-door fruits; a worthy herald of the continuous and bountifid supply
which fills out the year to its close. Other varieties are almost equally
early, the Boston Pine, for example, being exhibited on the same day
with the Jenny Lind. The Wilson has been an unj^opular fruit in our
markets, on account of its poor quality, but its productiveness is so
marked that it is gaining favor. The Jucunda is a fine looking fruit, yet
not equal to La Constante in this respect, while it has disappointed us as
to quality and productiveness, upon its first year of trial. But we trust
another trial and in various soils may demonstrate its claim to the high
praise it has received in other sections.
The favorable opinion entertained last year of the Seedling Straw-
berry of Hon. M. P. Wilder, a cross between La Constante and Ilovey's
Seeding, and now designated as Xo. 60, is confirmed this season. The
fruit is of the largest size, of good flavor, in appearance a medium be-
tween its parents, not so polished or glazed, and with seeds more im-
bedded than in La Constante. An examination of the bed gave indica-
tions of vigor and decided productiveness. Mr. Wilder's other Seedling
was shown as Ko. 13, and more nearly resembles Hovey's Seedling.
Both varieties are promising, and we trust the former may prove worthy
of the name of the distinguished originator. Other new Strawberries
were exhibited, but did not appear to be noteworthy. La Constante
continues to be the finest exhibition fruit, though not sufficiently pro-
ductive to compete with the Hovey, Triomphe de Gand, Agriculturist
and Wilson in the market.
The exhibition of Cherries is smaller than it should be. It will 'be
remembered that the Cherry was injured to a remarkable degree by the
severe winter of 1857. The present short supply is a result of this in-
jury. The remedy is in more extensive planting of young trees. We
cannot dispense with this fruit, although it may not hold out strong
inducements to plant for profit in the market. The leading varieties on
exhibition continue to be Black Tartarean, and Black Eagle. On the
13th of July, Mr. T. S. Pettingill exhibited a red Cherry resembling
Downer's Late, with rather more juice and spirit.
Of Currants, La Yersaillaise is taking the first rank, both for exhibi-
36 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
tiou and for the market. Its size is regarded as more than an offset to
its slightly interior quality to the old Eed Dutch. Mr. J. C. Park ex-
hibited the Berton's Seedling Currant, resembling La Versaillaise, but
not quite equal in size. Who will give us a Seedling Currant as large
as the Cherry and as good as the Eed Dutch? It is a tempting opportu-
nity. Rasptjerries are a neglected fruit. The amount in the market is,
perhaps, less than it was ten years ago. We must reform in this respect.
The Knevett's Giant is an advance upon old varieties, and is a noble
fruit. The Philadelphia is perfectly hardy and is remarkably produc-
tive, but its size is a great drawback. We have not had the fruit of the
Clark upon our tables, but it is regarded with much favor by those who
best know its merits.
The Dorchester Blackberry has continued to take the first prize. The
Wilson and Kittatinney Blackberries have not, as yet, been exhibited and
of these we cannot speak. The great increase in the number of varieties
of small fruits will of itself increase the public interest, and the extent
of culture, and thus in some measure offset the loss resulting from worth-
less novelties. The maxim seems to be to try all " and hold fast that
which is good."
The Plum is virtually an abandoned fruit. H. Vandine continues to
exhibit several varieties, but we should judge his crop is not large. Mrs.
T. W. Ward has exhibited very fine specimens of Plums which have
been protected from the curculio by showering the whole tree with lime
water, of the consistency of a thin whitewash, twice a week, from the
time the fruit is as large as a pea, until the 24th of June. This is foimd
to be a perfect protection. Peaches have been more abundant than
usual, though by no means reminding us of the years gone by. Foster's
Seedling resembles Early Crawford, and may prove to be superior in
appearance and in hardiness. Of this we can only judge Avhen it is cul-
tivated in various localities. The Van Buren Dwarf is a fine looking
fruit, of high flavor, but the flesh is firm and clings to the stone to an
objectionable degree.
Pears have been abundant and of fine size, but very deficient in quali-
ty, owing to the superabundance of rain and the lack of sunshine and
heat. Beurre Gilfard was prominent as the best early kind on exhibi-
tion, receiving the three prizes. Clapp's Favorite maintained its high
reputation, gaining the first prize for Autumn. Doyenne du Comice
wins favor with each season, and ranks among the very best. Beurre
d'Anjou, Sheldon, Beurre Superfin, Swan's Orange, Url)aniste, Duch-
esse, Louise Bonne and Beurre Bosc all sustained their high rank, as
Autumn Pears. Mention may also be made of fine dishes of Dix, St.
Michael, Glout Morceau and Beurre Diel, not commending them to pub-
lic favor, but as showing that protection and favoring circumstances will,
even now, restore these old favorites. It is clearly incorrect to say that
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 37
these varieties have deteriorated. We may rather say that the condi-
tions of healthy growth have failed. Dr. ShurtlefF exhibited specimens
of his Seedling Pears, a lengthy description of which was given in the
report of last year, to which we can add nothing at present. The fol-
lowing Seedlings worthy of note were exhibited by T. & L. Clapp:
Sarah, above medium, obovate, yellowish, with russet i^atches; flesh,
white, melting, sweet, flavor of the Seckel; ripe October 12th, promising.
Xewhall, a Seedling from Marie Louise, which it resembles, promises
well, ripe October 20th. Also, a Seedling not named, a russet, above
medium, a perfect pyramid, juicy, a spicy mace-like flavor, good. F.
Dana extends his long list of Seedlings, exhibiting one resembling the
Marie Louise, and another very like the Dix.
The Goodale Pear was on the tables at the Annual Exhibition, but as
it has been fully described in previous reports we can add nothing.
Asahel Foot exhibited a Seedling of the Seckel, which is more oblate,
but otherwise like its parent. Another Seedling by Mr. Foot is called
"Weeping Willow, from the remarkably pendulous habit of the tree, but
the fruit is of third quality. The only prominent Winter varieties were
Lawrence, Winter Nelis and Caen de France.
Ajiples are grown with perfect success in the very heart of infected
districts. It may be difiicult yet, plainly, it is possible to triumph over
cankerworms, curculio and caterpillars. When the cultivator has but
few trees, it is scarcely an object to exercise eternal vigilance, but for a
large orchard, the cost of continuous tarring for the cankerworm is
comparatively trifling. Enterprise is the main requisite. It has been a
great mistake to sacrifice healthy young orchards which, with little ex-
pense, would jjrobably yield as large profit as anv other product. The
single orchard of the Messrs. Clapp disproves thfe whole list of diseased,
neglected and stunted orchards to be seen on every side. The evil is,
however, in many cases beyond remedy. Trees which have been stripped
of foliage for three or four years, especially if of full age, become so
stunted and checked as to be scarcely worth recovering. Hence the
greater need of protecting all that are yet vigorous.
The Williams was, as usual, the most prominent Summer Apple, fol-
lowed by the Gravenstein in Autumn, and, with unusual prominence, by
the Iluljbardston for Winter. Of course it is not safe to follow these
indications blindly. The best and most showy fruits may not be pro-
ductive or adapted to general culture. Yet it is believed that an exami-
nation of the prize varieties of the various fruits will, in the main, guide
to safe conclusions.
The Grape has been affected by the excessive rains, more than any
other fruit. The Concord has suffered severely from mildew of the
bunch, while all varieties have been more or less affected by mildew of
the foliage. Add to this, that the crop was backward and in many local-
38 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
ities Avas caught by early frosts, and it will be seen that the result must
be meagre. Still the display has been fair, indicating general interest in
this fruit, and giving great encouragement to persevere. In this region
the Concord requires a dry arid comparatively poor soil. Excessive
moisture and high feeding causes mildew of the bunch, over luxuriance
and barrenness. But there have been some instances of full crops of the
Concord, of which that of Daniel Clark was quite remarkable, perhaps
the best we have ever seen. Mr. Clark's vines are planted at the base
and trained over a ledge of rocks, securing conditions known to be
favorable. The Hartford Prolific has given a larger crop than any other
kind. The Delaware has mildewed and failed in most instances. Eogers
iN'o. 1.5, has not ripened well. Xo. 4, has done much better, and for qual-
ity, appearance and good habits coTnbined, is the best of Mr. Rogers'
Seedlings as yet noticed by your Committee. Israella appeared to be
ten days later than the Hartford. lonas did not ripen, except in favored
spots. A Seedling from 01m Brothers was very like, and probably
identical with Catawba ; also, from the same, a Seedling rcsem])ling
Lenoir. A wliite Grape from Rev. I. P. Langworthy, called Fedora,
did not appear to be equal to the Allen. On the 19th of October, Mr.
Jacob Moore sent specimens of his Diana Hamburg, and Clover Street
Black, both in good condition. The former has the thick skin and a
trace of the flavor of Diana, but it appeal's to have a decided preponder-
ance of foreign blood. The Clover Street has also a thick skin, some
pulp, but no foxiness. In quality and appearance, these Seedlings stand
high. Of their habits we cannot speak. Mr. J. B. Clyne, of Rochester,
K. Y., sent samples of Grapes ripened by him, giving an excellent op-
portunity of comparing them with fine samples grown by Mr. llervey
Davis, in his protected vineyard at Cambridgeport. As the season at
Rochester was quite in contrast with our own, being unusually dry and
warm, we should expect sviperior quality. Rogers No. 15 was better
than we had conceived it ever could be, with some aroma and little of
the roughness usually noticed. Ko. 4 was sweeter than Union "Village,
but not as juicy, quite a good Grape, and, considering its noble appear-
ance, its freedom from disease and its apparent productiveness, it prom-
ises to be a valuable addition. This was equally good in this section as,
from Rochester.
The "Main Grape," so called, was received from several sources,
from vines sold by Mr. Main. The fruit and foliage so exactly corres-
pond with the Concord that there can be no doubt of its identity. After
receiving a good deal of evidence, your Committee is comijelled to say
that this sale of the Concord vuider a new name is a gross outrage upon
the public. Mr. J. II. Felt has kindly furnished a record of the Sanborn-
ton, 'New Hampshire, Isabella vine, for the current year. This is the 21st
year of bearing. Over one thousand i)ounds have been cut, two-
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 39
thirds of which are said to be fully ripe, and three bushels of fruit not
ripe remained on the vine October 19th. The fruit as tested October
19th was fairly ripe. This is a surprising instance of what can be done,
a hundred miles north of Boston, with so late and so uncertain a vari-
ety as the Isabella.
Accompanying this Report is a list of prizes awarded during the year,
with the premium varieties given, in most instances. An inspection of
this list will assist to some degree in forming an opinion of the merit of
different varieties.
All of which is submitted by the Committee.
W. C. Strokg,
P. B. HOTEY,
E. A. Brackett,
D. T. Curtis,
* • a. c. bowditch,
Hervey Davis,
Fbedeeick Clapp,
40 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
PEIZES FOE FEUITS DUEIXG THE SEASON.
Apples. — For the best Summer Apples, before the third Sat-
urday in August, to Geo. Hill, for Williams Favorite, - S6 00
For the next best, to F. & L. Clapp, for do. - 5 00
For the next best, to J. W. Foster, for Eed Astrachan, - 4 00
For the best specimens of Autumn AjDples, to F. & L. Clapp,
for Gravenstein, - - - - - -6 00
For the next best, to Lewis Wheeler, for Porter, - - 5 00
For the next best, to Isaiah Xewhall, for do. - - 4 00
For the best twelve Winter Apples, of one variety, to J. B.
Moore, for Hubbardston, - - - - 6 00
For the third best, to H. Vandine, for Hubbardston, - 4 00
French Premiums. — For the best ten varieties of Apples, twelve
specimens each, to be exhibited on the first Saturday of
November, to F. &. L. Clapp, the French Plate, valued
at 12 00
For the best dish of twelve specimens of one variety, the
French Prize, to Samuel Ilartwell, for Hubbardston, - 4 00
For the next best, to J. W. Foster, for Golden Eusset, the
French Prize, - - - - - - 3 00
Blackberries. — For the best specimens, not less than four
quarts of the same variety, to J. W. Foster, for Dorches-
ter, --------
For the next best, to B. B. Davis, - - - -
For the next best, to Francis Dana, . _ _
For the next best, to Wm. F. Hall, - - _
Cherries. — For the best specimens, not less than two quarts
of the same variety, to Phineas Stone, - - .
For the next best, to Horace Partridge, - - -
For the next best, to James Nugent, - _ _
Currants. — For the best specimens, not less than four quarts
of the same variety, to Wm. H. Barnes, for La Yersail-
laise, _..---_
For the next best, to F. & L. Clapp, for La Versaillaise, -
For the next best, to J. W. Foster, for do.
Figs. — For the best twelve specimens of one variety, to Walker
& Co.,
For the next best, to Josiah Newhall, - - -
Gooseberries. — For the best specimens, not less than two
quarts of one variety, to Phineas Stone, for Crown Bob,
For the next best, to B. B. Davis, for Green Gage,
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 41
Grapes, Foreign. — For the best specimens, on or before the
third Saturday in July, not less than five varieties of two
bunches of each variety, to Peter Smith, - - $8 00
For the next best, to C. S. Holbrook, -• - - 6 00
For the best specimens, grown under glass, subsequently to
the third Saturday in July, five varieties of two bimches
each, to Peter Smith, - - - - - 6 00
Native. — For the best specimens of four varieties of Native
Grapes, of four bunches of each variety, to Davis &
Bates, 10 00
For the best specimens of two varieties, of four bunches of
each variety, to C. E. Grant, - - - - 6 00
For the next best, to Davis & Bates, - - - 6 00
For the next best, to Benj. B. Davis, - - - 3 00
Peaches. — For the best twelve sijecimens, grown under glass,
on or before the third Saturday in July, to C. S. Hol-
brook, for Early Crawford, - - - - 6 00
For the next best, to Geo. Lincoln, for Early Crawford, - 5 00
For the next best, to G. Chilson, for Hale's Early, - 4 00
For the next best, to C. S. Holbrook, for Cooledge's Favorite, 3 00
For the best twelve specimens of one variety, open culture,
to Davis & Bates, for Early Crawford, * - - 5 00
For the next best, to Benj. B. Davis, for Late Crawford, - 4 00
For the next best, to Davis & Bates, for Early York, - 3 00
For the next best, to Lewis Wheeler, for Cooledge's Favorite, 2 00
Peaks. — For the best twelve Summer Pears of one variety,
on or before the third Saturday in August, to Davis &
Bates, for Beurre Gifiard, . _ _ .
For the next best, to B. B. Davis, for Beurre Gifiard,
For the next best, to H. Yandine, for do.
For the best twelve Autumn Pears of one variety, on or be-
fore the first Saturday in November, to F. & L. Clapp,
for Clapp's Favorite, _ _ . - -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., for Doyenne du Comice,
For the next best, to Davis & Bates, for Louise Bonne,
For the next best, to Wm. Maloon, for Beurre d'Anjou, -
For the best twelve Winter Pears, of one variety, on or be-
fore the first Saturday in December, to J. B. Loomis, for
Lawrence, ______
For the next best, to Francis Dana, for Winter Nelis,
For the next best, to Walker & Co., for Caen de France, -
For the next best, to H. Vandine, for Winter Nelis,
Plums. — For the best twelve specimens of one variety, to H.
Yandine, - - - - - - - 4 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
7 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
10 00
8 00
7 00
5 00
25 00
20 00
15 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
42 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETT.
For Quinces.— To C. E. Grant, - - - - §2 00
Easpbereies. — For the best specimens, not less than four
quarts of the same variety, to J. "W. Foster, for Knev-
etfs Giant, - - - - - - 4 00
Strawberries at the Rose Show. — For the best four
quarts of one variety, to Geo. Hill, for Ilovey's Seedling,
the Silver Cup, valued at - - - - 25 00
For the best four varieties, of two quarts each, to J. C. Park,
for Trioraphe de Gaud, Agriculturist, Jucunda and Cre-
mont, -._....
For the next best, to James Comley,
For the next best, to Ilovey & Co.,
Strawberries During the Season. — For the best Ilov-
ey's Seedling, to Geo. Hill, . _ _ .
For the best Triomphe de Gand, to Mrs. T. W. Ward,
" " La Constante, to Hovey & Co.,
" " Jenny Lind, to Geo. Hill,
" " Brighton Pine, to do. - - - .
" " Agriculturist, to Warren Heustis,
" " Jucunda, to J. C. Park, -
GEATUITIES AWARDED FOR FRUITS NOT COMPETING
FOR PRIZES.
M. P. Wilder, for Seedling Strawberries, . - -
J. B. Clyne, for collection of I7ative Grapes, - - -
W. C. Strong, as Chairman, the acknowledgment of collec-
tions of Fruit at various times, not competing for prizes.
S. Cleveland, for collection of Foreign Grapes, of superior flavor,
Geo. L. Lovett, for superior dish of Glout Morceau Pears, -
F. &. L. Clapp, for Seedling Pears, - - - -
Geo. C. Leonard, for fine collection of Foreign Grapes,
M. II. Simpson, for fine Muscat and other Foreign Grapes, -
S. W. Lewis, for Beurrc Did Pears, - - - -
W. P. AValker, for Triomphe de Gand Strawberries,
Martin II. Hood, for La Constante do.
G. Chilson, for Peaches and Grai:»es, - - - -
George B. Cutter, .-.-.-
J. A. Kenrick, -------
J. C. Ilovey, -------
• J. C. Park,
George Walsh, ------
Joseph H. Smith, ------
James Nugent, ------
5 00
5 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 43
PRIZES FOR FRUITS AT THE A:N^NUAL EXHIBITION".
Apples. — For the best twenty varieties, of twelve specimens
each, the Lyman plate, to F. & L. Clapp, valxied at - S-0 00
For the next best, to Asa Clement, - - - - 15 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - - 12 00
For the best fifteen varieties, of twelve specimens each, to
James Eustis, - - - - - - 12 00
For the best ten varieties, of twelve specimens each, to J. W.
Foster, ---_-..
For the next best, to C. X. Brackett, _ . .
For the next best, to Francis Skinner, . . .
For the best five varieties, of twelve specimens each, to J. B.
Moore, ____.._
For the next best, to Geo. Peirce, - - - -
For the next best, to Wm. A. Crafts, ...
For the best dish of Apples, twelve specimens of one variety,
to F. & L. Clapp, for Gravenstein, . _ _
For the next best, to J. B. Moore, for Ilubbardston,
For the next best, to Warren Heustis, for Gravenstein,
For the next best, to Geo. Peirce, for- Porter,
Pears. — For the best twenty varieties, of twelve specimens
each, to Hovey & Co., -----
For the next best, to Davis & Bates, - - -
For the next best, to Henry Vandine, _ - _
For the best fifteen varieties, of twelve specimens each, to J.
C. Chase,
For the next best, to Josiah Stickney, - _ _
For the next best, to Wm. R. Austin, . . -
For the best ten varieties, of twelve specimens each, to Alex.
Dickinson, -------
For the next best, to Jesse Haley, - - - -
• For the next best, to Jacob Xudd, - - - -
For the best five varieties, of twelve specimens each, to J. L.
D'Wolf,
For the next best, to Jacob Eaton, - - - -
For the next best, to S. G. Damon, - - - -
For the best 12 specimens of Bartlett, to Alexander Dickinson,
" " " " Doyenne Boussock, to M. H. Simpson,
" " " " Benrre Langlier, to M. P. Wilder,
." " " " Beurre Bosc, to Jacob Eaton, -
" " " " Seckel, to Alexander Dickinson,
'*• " " " Swan's Orange, to Alex. McDermott,
8 00
6 00
5 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
5 oa
4 00
3 00
2 00
25 00
20 00
16 00
15 00
12 00
10 00
10 00
8 00
6 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
o
00
5 00
5
00
5
00
o
00
5
GO
5 00
5
00
5
00
5
00
5
00
5
00
5
00
5
00
5
00
4 00
44 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
For the best 12 specimens of Louise Bonne, to J. C. Chase, $5 00
" « " " Urbaniste, to J. C. Chase,
" " " " Beurre Diel, to John II. Stanley,
" " " " Beurre d'Anjou, to J. R. Poor,
*' " " " Sheldon, to Bernard Foley, -
« " " " Glout Morceau, to J. C. Chase,
" " " " Doyenne du Cornice, to J. S. Farlow, -
" « " " Beurre Superfln, to W. R. Austin,
" » " « Lawrence, to F. & L. Clapp, -
" " " " Marie Louise, to II. Yandine, -
" " " " Belle Lucrative, to Horace Partridge,
" " " " Merriam, to A. J. Dean,
" " " " Winter Xelis, to Davis & Bates,
" " " " Dana's Ilovey, to Francis Dana,
" " " " Mount Vernon, to Walker & Co.,
Peaches. — For the best four varieties, of twelve specimens
each, to Lewis Wheeler, - - - - -
For the next best, to Asa Clement, - - - -
Plums. — For the best four varieties, of twelve specimens each,
to Mrs. T. W. Ward, 5 00
Grapes, Foreigx. — For the best three bunches of Black Ham-
burg, to Mrs. T. W. Ward, - - - - 5 00
For the next best, to R. S. Rogers, - - - - 4 00
For the best three bunches of Muscat, to M. H. Simpson, - 5 00
For the next best, to H. S. Mansfield, - - - 4 00
For the best two varieties, two bunches of each, to M. II.
Simpson, - - - - - - - 5 00
For the next best, to E. H. Luke, - - - - 4 00
For the best six varieties, two bunches of each, to William
Gray, Jr., - - 10 00
Grapes, jSTative.— For the best collection, four bunches of
each variety, to Davis & Bates, - - - - 20 00
For the best six bunches of Delaware, to W. II. Wilcox, - 4 00
" " " Diana, to F. Dana, - - 4 00
" " " IsaT)ella, to J. Y. Wellington, - 4 00
" " " Concord, to J. B. Moore, - 4 00
" " " Hartford Prolific, to B. B. Davis, 4 00
" " " Rebecca, to Geo. Davenport, - 4 00
" " " lona, to J. Capen, - - 4 00
« " " Israella, to S. G. Damon, - 4 00
FRUIT committee's REPORT.
45
GRATUITIES AWARDED AT THE A:N^NUAL EXIIIBITI0>^.
- no 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
4 00
M. P. Wilder,
for collection of Pear
Samuel Oakman,
do.
do.
Stephen Hill,
do.
do.
William Maloon,
do.
do.
George S. Curtis,
do.
do.
Samuel Swectser,
do.
do.
J. B. Kendall,
do.
do.
J. C. Park,
do.
do.
H. Yandine,
do.
do.
S. P. Langmaid,
do.
do.
George Leland,
do.
do.
John D. Dodge,
do.
do.
C. ]^. Brackett,
do.
do.
William P. Hall,
do.
do.
Warren Heustis,
do.
do.
Andrew McDermott
, do.
do.
J. A. Kenrick,
do.
do.
A. B. Shedd,
do.
do.
John Mahouey,
do.
do.
C. C. Dike,
do.
do.
J. H. Frothingham,
do.
do.
l!^. Washburn,
do.
do.
C. L. Brigham,
do.
do.
James A. Stetson,
do.
do.
H. Withington,
do.
do.
G. A. Godbold,
do.
do.
William E. Coffin,
do.
do.
James Jeffries,
do.
do.
W. E. Austin, for the best dish of Duchesse d'Angouleme Pears,
a special prize, the Society's Silver Cup, valued at
S. L. Goodale, for the Goodale Seedling Pear, the Silver Medal,
valued at-------
C. B. Brigham,
for collection of
xippl
William T. Hall,
do.
do.
James H. Fenno,
do.
do.
John Gilbert,
do.
do.
Joseph Parker,
do.
do.
James A. Stetson,
do.
do.
J. T. Foster,
do.
do.
George Peirce,
do.
do.
Mrs. P. W. Stone,
do.
do.
Samuel Hartwell,
do.
do.
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
2 00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
25 00
5 00
10 00
4 00
4 00
5 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
46
MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY,
Benjamin Bruce, for collection of Apples,
J. E. :M. Gillcy, do. do.
John Gilbert, for collection of Plums, - - -
Walker & Co., for Figs, - - - - -
J. J. Foster, for collection of Peaches, -
Frederick Nichols, do. do.
Benjamin B. Davis, do. do.
H. Withington, do. do.
Alexander Dickinson, do. do.
S. G. Damon, do. do.
W. P. Walker, do. do.
W. E. Donell, do. do.
Daniel Clark, for superior Concord GrajDes, the Silver Medal.
Dr. Parker, for Grapes, _ - - -
N. B. White, do. ....
George F. Leonard, do. ....
G. S. Damon, do. . . . -
C. M. Atkinson, do. . . . -
E. S. Hunt, do. ....
S. K. Johnson, do. ....
-2
00
2
00
2
00
1 00
3
00
2
00
2
00
2
00
1
00
1
00
1
00
1
00
5
00
5
00
5
00
3 00
3 00
2
00
1
00
The total amount of awards is as follows : —
Davis & Bates, -
S79 00
Peter Smith,
- 14 00
Hovey & Co., -
• 73 00
James Eustis,
- 12 00
F. & L. Clapp, -
■ 05 00
Josiah Stickney, -
- 12 00
George Hill, (Cup,)
• 4G 00
C. B. Brigham, -
- 11 00
IT. Vandine,
• 41 00
AVarren Heustis, -
- 10 00
Wm. E. Austin, (Cup), ■
- 40 00
J. B. Loomis,
- 10 00
J. C. Park,
• 34 00
Wm. Gray, Jr., -
- 10 00
J. C. Chase,
- 30 00
Jacob Eaton,
- 10 00
J. W. Foster,
- 25 00
George Peirce, -
9 00
B. B. Davis,
. 24 00
Wm. Maloon,
9 00
Alex. Dickinson,
- 21 00
Jesse Haley,
8 00
M. P. Wilder, -
- 20 00
C. E. Grant,
8 00
James Comley, -
- 20 00
Horace Partridge,
8 00
J. B. Moore,
- 20 00
C. N. Brackett, -
8 00
Francis Dana,
- 20 00
AVm. F. Hall, -
8 00
Asa Clement,
- 19 00
Andrew McDermott,
7 00
M. II. Simpson, -
- 18 00
John Gilbert,
7 00
Walker & Co., -
- 16 00
Lewis Wheeler, -
7 00
S. G. Damon,
■ 15 00
Phineas Stone, -
7 00
C. S. Ilolbrook, -
- 15 00
S. Ilartwell,
6 00
Mrs. T. W. Ward,
■ 15 00
G. Chilson,
G 00
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John L. D'Wolf, -
$6 00
W. P. Walker, -
- $3 00
Jacob Nudd,
G 00
J. A. Kenrick,
3 00
Josiah Kewhall, -
6 00
Geo. Leland,
3 00
J. E. Poor,
5 00
S. P. Langmaid, -
3 00
A. J. Dean,
5 00
J. B. Kendall, -
3 00
Bernard Foley, -
o 00
Samuel Sweetser,
3 00
Jesse Wheeler, -
5 00
H. Withington, -
3 00
Samuel Oakman, -
5 00
James A. Stetson,
3 oa
J. S. Farlow,
5 00
James Nugent, -
3 00
J. T. Foster,
5 00
Joel Parker,
2 00
Daniel Clark, (Medal), -
5 00
A. B. Shedd,
2 00
S. L. Goodale, (Medal), -
5 00
John D. Dodge, -
2 00
Dr. Parker,
5 00
John Mahony, -
2 00
N". B. White,
5 00
Mrs. P. J. Stone, -
2 00
Geo. F. Leonard,-
5 00
Benjamin Bruce, -
2 00
George Lincoln, -
5 00
J. E. M. Gilley, -
2 00
J. B. Clyne,
5 00
Frederick Nichols,
2 00
F. Skinner,
5 00
E. S. Hunt,
2 00
John H. Stanley, -
5 00
S. W. Lewis,
2 00
Wm. A. Crafts, -
4 00
M. n. Hood,
2 00
Joseph H. Fenno,
4 00
C. C. Dike,
1 00
E. S. Eogers,
4 00
J. H. Frothingham,
1 OO
E. H. Luke,
4 00
N. Washburn,
1 OO
W. H. Wilcox, -
4 00
G. A. Godbold, -
1 00'
J. Y. Wellington,
4 00
Wm. E. CofHn, -
1 OO
Geo. Davenport, -
4 00
James Jeflries, -
1 00
Geo. S. Curtis, -
4 00
Wm. E. Donell, -
1 00
J. Capen,
4 00
S. E. Johnson,
1 00
S. Cleveland,
3 00
Geo. B. Cutter, -
1 00
Geo. L. Lovett, -
3 00
J. C. Hovey,
1 00
Geo. C. Leonard, -
3 00
Geo. Walsh,
1 00
C. M. Atkinson, -
3 00
Joseph H. Smith,
1 00
Wm. H. Barnes, -
3 00
Amount ajipropriated for
prizes for fruit, - - - -
$1200 00
Amount a\yarded,
-
1053 00
Balance not awarded.
147 00
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EEPOET OF THE CO}DIITTEE ON VEGETABLES,
For the YeaPw 18G7.
BY C. N. BRACKETT, CHAIRMAN.
Tlic Standing Committee on Vegetables beg leave to ofler the follow-
ing Keport of their doings for the year now closing:
Previous to the opening of the Ilall, Gratuities were awarded for
forced Vegetables to the following contributors:
February 2. To E. A. Brackett, for Hybrid Cucumbers.
Josiah Crosby, for Tennisball Lettuce.
Walter Eussell, for do.
Anthony Hatch, for do.
Walter Russell, for Radishes and Lettuce.
Josiah Crosby, for Tennisball do.
George Hill, for very line White Spine Ciicumbers.
C. N. Brackett, for Keyes' Tomatoes.
J. B. Moore and Walter Russell, for line Asparagus,
and James Comley, for Mushrooms.
The growing of eai-ly Vegetables, under glass, seems to be more and
more becoming an object of interest with cultivators; its successful
practice requiring not only great skill, but also considerable scientific
knowledge, and for this reason is worthy of, and should receive, the en-
couragement of the Society, and your Committee, entertaining these
views, would recommend, as early as practicable, that suitable Priaes be
offered for this object.
The number of contributions to the Weekly Exhibitions, during the
season, the Committee regret to say, were not so numerous as last year;
yet, from the superior character of the specimens shown, and the ab-
sence of coarse and inferior varieties of ordinary appearance, as too
often seen on former occasions, the weekly shows have been in this re-
spect particularly interesting, plainly showing an increasing interest in
this department, and that more attention is being paid to the selection
of varieties, as well as to their careful cultivation.
The attention of your Committee has been called, during the season,
to several new varieties of Vegetables, which have been on exhibition
for the first time, among which we notice the following varieties of the
Tomato :— " Maupay's Superior," " Foard," " Eureka " and " Boston
Market," some of which may be considered as quite promising; but as
new varieties should be received with some caution, and the past season
VEGETABLE COMMITTEE'S REPORT. 49
was particularly unfavorable for testing their respective merits, further
trial must determine their true qualities, and adaptation to general
cultivation.
- McLean's Advancer Pea, of recent introduction, is a variety we con-
sider worthy the attention of every cultivator of this fine Vegetable.
It is a dwarf, green, wrinkled marrow, with large, long pods, well filled,
very prolific, in flavor equal to the Champion, and nearly as early as the
Dan O'Rourke.
Carter's First Crop Pea, another comparatively new sort, proves to
be one of our earliest and best varieties. It received the first prize at
our exhibitions during the season for the best and earliest peck. Weight,
Hi lbs.
Specimens of a new Vegetable, of the Eadish tribe, (" Eaphanus
Caudatus,") were shown by H. H. Ilunnewell and James Comley, the
seed-pods of Avhich, when about half grown, are eaten in the same man-
ner as the root of the common Eadish, which they are said to resemble
in taste, but are considered superior to in delicacy of flavor. As the
Committee had no opportunity of testing this variety, they are unable
to express any opinion concerning its merits.
A new variety of the Pepper, from France, called the " Monstrous,"
was shown at the Annual Exhibition by Messrs. Hovey & Co., which
appeared to combine the good qualities of the popular market variety,
the Squash Pepper, Avith the Mountain ; great size, with a very hard and
firm texture, which promises to be of value.
The Early Goodrich Potato, of which favorable mention was made
last season, fully sustains its former reputation for earliness, productive-
ness, and all the qualities which go to make up a first rate market Pota-
to, to which may be added its ability to withstand disease^ so prevalent
the past season. "While the Sebec was a failure, and even the Jacksoa
sutFered severely in almost every direction in this vicinity,, the Goodrich
escaped without injury, yielding a good crop. We reGonimend. this,
variety with confidence, having grown it two years.
The Harrison, another of Mr. Goodrich's Seedlings, a late, or Winter
variety, is even more productive than the Goodrich^ perfectly hardy^ not
affected by rot in the least, yielding immense crops of smooth,, handsome
tubers, of the finest quality. A great acquisition. Both these varieties
in cultivation require amjile room, (being strong and vigorous in their
habit of growth), and generous culture.
Owing to the unfavorable character of the season, which was unusual-
ly cold, wet and backward, many varieties of Vegetables, for which
prizes were oftered, failed to mature in season to meet the requirements
of the Schedule. On this account may be attributed the meagre show
noticed on several occasions at the exhibitions during the season, rather
than to any want of interest in contributors..
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50 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
The display of Vegetables at the Annual was in all respects a good
one, forming a pleasing feature of the Exhibition. The variety was
great, and, although the number of contributors was not equal to the
previous year, any deficiency in this respect was more than supplied by
the unusual superiority of the contributions offered,
A copy of the Premiums and Gratuities awarded by your Committee
is aimexed.
February 2.
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VEGETABLE COMMITTEE'S REPORT. 51
GEATUITIES AWAKDED FOR FORCED VEGETABLES
PREVIOUS TO OPENING OF THE HALL.
To E. A. Brackett, for 1 pair Hybrid Cucumbers, $2 00
To Josiah Crosby, for Tennisball Lettuce, - 2 00
To Walter Russell, for " " - 2 00
To Authony Hatch, for " " - 2 00
To Walter Russell, for Lettuce and Radish, - 2 00
To Josiah Crosby, for " - - 2 00
To George Hill, for White Spine Cucumbers, - 2 00
To C. N. Brackett, for Keyes Tomatoes, - 2 00
To J. B. Moore, for Asparagus, - - 1 00
" " To James Comley, for Mushrooms, - - 2 00
" " To Walter Russell,- for Asparagus, - - 1 00
PRIZES AWARDED AT THE WEEKLY EXHIBITIONS
DURING THE SEASON.
Asparagus. — For the best four bunches, to John B. Moore, -
For the next best, to Walter Russell, ...
For the next best, to James II. Smith, . . .
Beets. — For the best Summer, Turnip- rooted, the second Sat-
urday in July, to Walter Russell, - - - .
For the next best, to George W. Pierce, ...
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, ...
Beaks. — For the best aud earliest peck of String, on the i5rst
Saturday in July, to Walter Russell, ...
For the next best, to C. II. Laughton, ...
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
For the best two quarts Early Shelled, on the second Satur.
day in July, not awarded, - . . - .
For the next best, ".....
For the best two quarts of Large Lima, on the second Satur-
day in September, to George Leland, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - . . 2 00
For the best two quarts of Small Lima, or Sieva, on Septem-
ber 7th, not awarded, - - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Cabbages. — For the best four, on the second Saturday in Jiily,
to Josiah Crosbj", - - - - - -4 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - . - - 2 00
Carrots. — For the best Long Orange, on the second Satur-
day in July, to Josiah Crosby, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to James H. Smith, - - - 2 00
m 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
52 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Carrots. — For the best Scarlet or Early Horn, to J. Crosby, -
For the next best, to James H. Smith, ...
Cauliflowers. — For the best four, on the second Saturday in
August, to C. N. Brackett, -----
For the next best, not uAvarded, - . - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
Celery. — For the best six roots, on the first Saturday in Sep-
tember, to Josiah Crosby, - - - . -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - .
Corn. — For the best Sweet Corn, on the first Saturday in Au-
gust, to George Leland, - - - . -
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
For the next best, not aAvarded, - . - .
Cucumbers. — For the best pair, grown under glass, on the
fourth Saturday in May, to George Hill, - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - _ - _
For the next best, not awarded, - . . -
Egg Plants. — For the best six, on the first Saturday in Sep-
tember, to Josiah Crosby, - - - - -
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - -
Lettuce. — ^For the best six heads, on the first Saturday in
June, to George Hill, -----
For the next bejst, not awarded, . - - .
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
Onions. — For the best tAvelve, on the first Saturday in July,
to Josiah Crosby, ------
For the next best, to George W. Pierce, . - -
For the best peck, dried, on the second Saturday in July, to
James H. Smith, 3 00
Parsnips. — For the best Summer, Tumip-rooted, on the first
Saturday in September, to Walter Russell,
For the next best, to James H. Smith, - . .
Potatoes. — For the best peck, on the second Saturday in July,
to Josiah Crosby, for Chenery, - . - -
For the next best, to James H. Smith, for Early Goodrich,
For the next best, to J. P. Bush, for do. do,
Pej^s. — For the best peck, on or before the third Saturday in
June, to John B. Moore, for Carter's first crop, -
For the nexi best, to C. H. Laughton, for Tom Thumb, -
For the next best, to James Comley, for Carter's First Crop,
Ehubarb. — For the best twelve stalks, on the fourth Saturday
in May, to George Hill, for Victoria, - _ -
For the next best, to James H. Smith, for Victoria, 14 lbs.,
For the next best, to James Nugent, for Victoria, 12 lbs,, -
$3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
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Kadish. — For the best Long Scarlet, six bunches, on the sec-
ond Saturday in June, to Josiah Crosby, - - - $4 00
For the next best, to Walter Kussell, . . -
For the next best, not awarded, - - -
Squashes. — For the best Long-warted Summer, six specimens,
on the third Saturday in July, to AValter Russell,
For the next best, not awarded, ... -
For the best Scollop Squash, not awarded, ...
For the next best, not awarded, . - . -
For the best four Marrow, on the second Saturday in August,
to Josiah Crosby, -..--.
For the next best, to "Walter Russell, ...
Tomatoes. — For the best dish of twelve, on the first Saturday
in August, to George Leland, for Tilden, -
For the next best, to C. IST. Brackett, for Keyes,
For the next best, to George Hill, for Large Red, -
For the next best, to Walter Russell, for do.
Turnips. — For the Ijest twelve, on the first Saturday in Au-
gust, not awarded, - - - - - -3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Watermelons. — For the best pair, on the first Saturday in
September, to George Leland, - - - - 4 CO
Melons. — For the best Greenflesh, of any variety, four speci-
mens, on the third Saturday in August, to Geo. Hill, - 4 00
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - 3 00
GRATUITIES AWARDED AT WEEKLY EXHIBITIONS.
George A. Mudge, for Lettuce, . . - . -
D. Zirngiebel, (May 25) for Keyes and Tilden Tomatoes,
James II. Smith, for Potatoes, Onions and Beets,
James Comley, for 3 varieties Peas, and specimens of Rapha-
nus Caudatus, ......
Walter Russell, for Brunswick Cabbages, ...
Jonas Gammell, for Flat Turnips, ....
Peter Smith, for one pair Gen. Grant Cucumbers,
George W. Pierce, for fine Brunswick Cabbages,
C. N". Brackett, for Sweet Corn, (Crosby Early), ■
J. H. Smith, for Cauliflowers, (very fine), - - .
J. II. Smith, for Black Pekin Egg Plants,
C. N". Brackett, for Maupay, Keyes, Foard and Eureka Toma-
toes, ---.-.-.
X. Washburn, for Collection of Beans, - - - -
!2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
64 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
PKIZES AWAKDED AT THE AXXI7AL EXHIBITION.
Beets.— For the best tAvelve, to John Fillebrown, - - S4 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to G. ^V. Pierce, - - - 2 00
For the best Long Blood, twelve specimens, to W. Russell, - 4 00
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - 2 00
Carrots. — For the best Short Scarlet, or Early Horn, twelve
specimens, to G. W. Pierce, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 2 00
For the best Long Orange, twelve specimens, to Josiah Cros-
by, 4 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to John Fillebrown, - - - 2 00
Corn. — For the best Sweet, twelve ears, to James J. II. Gre-
gory, 4 00
For the next best, to Jonas Gammell, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to George Dorr, - - - 2 00
For the best Yellow or Field, twenty-five ears, traced, to F.
& L. Clapp, 3 00
For the next best, to John B. Moore, - - - 2 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 1 00
Cranberries. — For the best half a bushel, (cultivated), to
James Comley, - - - - - -4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Muskmeloxs. — For the best Christiana, or Greenflesh, three
specimens, to Andrew F. Allen, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to Josiah Stickney, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to John Fillebrown, - - - 2 00
Watermelons. — For the best two specimens, to John B.
Moore, - - - - - - -4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Parsnips. — For the best Turnip-rooted, twelve specimens, to
G. W. Pierce, 4 00
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 2 00
For the best Long, twelve specimens, to Geo. Hill, - - 4 00
For the next best, to Andrew F. Allen, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to G. W. Pierce, - - - 2 00
VEGETABLE COMMITTEE'S BEPORT. 55
Potatoes. — For the best six varieties, a peck each, to James
H. Smith,
For the next best, to John C. Park, . . .
For the next best, to James Comley, . - .
For the best peck of Jackson, to Samuel Hartwell,
For the best peck of Garnet Chili, to John L. D'Wolf,
For the best peck of Sebec, to Samuel Hartwell,
For the best peck of Early Goodrich, to Geo. W. Pierce,
For the best peck of Chenery, not awarded, - - -
Squashes. — For the best Marrow, four specimens, to George
Pierce, .-.--..
For the next best, to Walter Eussell, - . -
For the next best, to Josiah Stickney, - - .
For the best Hubbard, four specimens, to Geo. Hill,
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - . ,
For the next best, to Seth W. Hathaway, - - -
For the best Turban, four specimens, to Walter Russell,
For the next best, to James J. H. Gregory,
For the next best, to Seth W. Hathaway, - - .
For the best Canada, four specimens, to Walter Russell,
For the next best, to George Don-, ...
For the next best, to Geo. Hill, - . - .
For the largest and best Mammoth, not less than 100 lbs., the
Society's Silver Medal, to Moses Hunt.
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
Turnips. — For the best twelve, to Jonas Gammell,
For the next best, to Walter Russell, . . -
For the next best, to James H. Smith, _ - .
For the best twelve Swedish Turnips, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Celery. — For the best four roots, to Walter Russell,
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, ...
For the next best, to John Fillebrown, ...
Tomatoes. — For the best three varieties, to Geo. W. Pierce, -
For the next best, to James J. H. Gregory,
For the next best, to C. N. Brackett, . . .
For the best single dish, to C. IsT. Brackett, for Gen. Grant,
Cauliflowers. — For the best four, to James H. Smith,
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Cabbages. — For the best Drumhead, three specimens, to Seth
W. Hathaway, ....--
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
IQ 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
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Cabbages. — For the best single specimen, not less than thirty-
five pounds, not awarded, - - - - - $2 00
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
Red Cabbages. — For the best three heads, to Jas. H. Smith,
For the next best, to D. & G. F. Stone,
For the best Savoy, three heads, to James II. Smith,
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Horse Eadish. — For the best six roots, to John Fillebrown,
For the next best, not awarded, - . - .
Peppers. — For the best peck, to George Dorr,
For the next best, to Josiah Stickney, . - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
0>rioisrs. — For the best peck of any one variety, to George Hill,
for Danvers, ......
For the next best, to Samuel Hartwell, ...
For the best four varieties, of a peck each, to Jas. II. Smith,
For the next best, to Samuel Hartwell, ...
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
Egg Plants. — For the best Long Purple, six specimens, to
Elbridge "Wason, ------
For the next best, to George Hill, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
For the best Round Purple, six specimens, to George W.
Pierce, -------
For the next best, to George Hill, - - - -
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - .
Pumpkins. — For the best, not less than four, and not less than
twenty pounds each, the Society's Silver Medal, not
awarded.
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 3 00
SPECIAL PRIZE.
Cauliflowers. — For the best four, a Silver Cup, to James H.
Smith, gardener to Francis Skinner, valued at - - 15 00
GRATUITIES AWARDED AT THE ANKUAL EXHIB.ITION.
S. A. Merrill, for collection, 10 00
Franklin Alley, " -
Franklin Alley, for Mammoth Cabbages, - - - 3 00
Josiah Newhall, for Squashes, - - - - - 2 00
George Dorr, for Red Cabbage, - - - - 1 00
D. & G. F. Stone, for collection, - - - - 2 00
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1 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
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Francis Dana, for collection of Squashes, - - - $1 00
N. Washburn, " " - - - - 1 00
James J. II. Gregory, for collection, - - - - 5 00
George Leland, " 2 00
G. W. Harding, for very fine Egg Plants, - - - 2 00
Elbridge "Wason, for collection, - - • - - - 2 00
George Pierce, for Hubbard Squashes, - - - - 1 00
Daniel Clark, for Watermelons, (very fine), - - - 2 00
C. N. Brackett, for collection, - - - - - 3 00
W. C. Ware, for Potatoes, 1 00
Jonas Gammell, for collection, - - - - - 2 00
Davis & Bates, for collection of Tomatoes, - - - 3 00
M. H. Simpson, for collection of Seedling Potatoes, - - 2 00
William Adams, for collection, - - - - - 6 00
Hovey & Co., for collection of Peppers, (new), - - 1 00
Boston Farm School, for collection of Corn, - - - 2 00
J. L. D'Wolf, for collection, - - - - - 2 00
S, A. Merrill, for collection of Potatoes, - - - 3 GO
58 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
SEPOKT OF THE COMMITTEE ON ORNAMENTAL GAEDENING,
For the Tear 1867.
by h. w. fuller, chairman.
The Committee on Ornamental Gardening respectfully report: That
H. H. Hmmewell, Esq., whose place was that of Chairman, declined to
serve in that capacity, and thereupon the writer was chosen to act in his
stead. The visits of the Committee during the last season, however,
have been very limited, and few places have been offered for their
insjiection.
By the kindness of the City of Boston, whose oflBcers have taken
great interest in whatever concerns their public grounds, the Committee
were again able to examine the Cemetery of Mount Hope, which they
found in good condition under the charge of the new Superintendent.
The ribbon planting and the massing of flowers, which Mr. Atkinson
adopted, had not been pursued this year, and the floral display was less
striking; but due care had been taken of the essential^, and the Com-
mittee returned much gratified by their excursion. As the writer was
not of the party, being out of the State at the time, he can only express
the sentiments of those who constituted the visiting portion. And they
would here remark, that of all places, a cemetery is, perhaps, the most
difficult for the display of taste in Landscape Gardening. Superintend-
ents are often blamed for matters entirely beyond their control. After
the avenues and paths have been properly located, small lots of ten,
fifteen and twenty feet front, are laid out, burials are made therein, and
bald slabs of marble or stiff mounds for graves are raised. Perhaps the
owner erects some unsightly fence or monument, or insists upon plant-
ing his borders or graves with the most common and unsuitable trees or
shrubs, or with gaudy colors and frightful admixtures of all sorts and
sizes, and these, with forbidding fences limiting the view and destroying
all breadth and harmony, are scattered over the surface, annihilating
order and making the most skilful workman ashamed of the effect.
Yet, persons wholly unacquainted with the theories of harmony and
contrast, and who have never thought of the necessity of sunlight and
shadow, or of some general plan and variety of treatment, will often
insist upon having flowers, shrubs or trees so planted around their lots
that no master-hand could bring them into beauty. This evil cannot be
checked until the deeds of lots provide that no plantings shall be made
without proper approval. If the gardener who understands his business
GARDEN committee's REPORT. 59
could always be consulted, we should see more variety and less con-
fusion, more beds of kindred colors, more adaptation of plants to place
and soil, and vastly more harmony and completeness in all our cemete-
ries. The question is not whether flowers are beautiful, but how they
can be made most charming and attractive. As it is, the Superintend-
ents of our burial grounds cannot pi-event these blemishes, and are not
responsible for them. It is well that our community have so many per-
sons of cultivated taste, who do cooperate heartily in embellishing our
gardens of the dead.
Your Committee also made a casual visit to the Oak Hill Cemetery,
of Kewburyport, and such of them as examined the spot were highly
pleased, not only with the location, but with the economy, taste and
skill there displayed. Caj)tain Nathaniel Osgood seems to have given
up, in the most unstinted manner, time and money to the ground. He
has long been its Superintendent, without salary, and has thus done good
service to his fellow-citizens. The gateway, at the entrance, is ex-
tremely pleasing, and was a gift of John Tappan, Esq., a former resident
of the town.
On the same day, (August 28th), by invitation of Dr. E. G. Kelley,
of Kewburyport, the Committee visited his residence, known as the
"-£7(7e/-r/reens," and found his enthusiasm and hospitality still unabated.
The day was fine, and they had ample opportiinity to inspect the grounds,
trees, hedges, flowers and plants, and to learn the plan and views of the
owner.
The whole estate embraces about sixteen acres, being three hundred
feet on the street, and descends southerly seven or eight hundred feet to
a piece of low land, containing a small pond. The soil was naturally
clayey and wet, but has been redeemed by ten under-ground drains
through the garden and orchard. The access to the mansion-house is
by a neat, pear-shaped curve, and evergreens, clipped and cut into
peculiar forms, almost disguising their sijecies, are near the dwelling.
If the design was to show how far it is possible to make Nature co-
operate with art, or to exhibit a pure specimen of the ancient style, with
ruflles, brocade dress, and ornaments to match, the experiment was in-
complete from want of space and projier variety and surroundings.
The Committee could easily imagine that if a well developed Norway
Spruce, with outstretched arms and drapery deep, could rise up there
alone, like a judge in his robes, it might pronounce a hard judgment
upon such inflictions upon its kind. A single tree, however, showed
great care in its shaping and growth. And whole hedges of hemlock,
and spruce, and of Weigelia rosea exhibited wonderful success in the
planting, trimming and thickening. These were much admired. They
formed a good protection for the garden, and were free of deac'-wood
and disease. They were set in straight lines, and around small areas,
60 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
but were uniform and thrifty. Two or three specimens of the Abies
cephalonica, and of the cherry and crab-apple tree were also shown. A
small wilderness of trees were grouped near the street, for a screen from
sun and survey, which might now be cleared and thinned, perhaps,
without injury to the place. A small lawn, visible from the parlor-
window, served as a croquet ground; and a long walk led down t:^ the
duck pond, around which the Cornus sanguinea grew in wild abandon.
When first planted, it must have been moi-e effective than at this time.
The evidences of industry and of a resolute will appeared in all direc-
tions. " Straight work " was apparently the ruling idea; and so thor-
oughly was it executed, that a large elm tree was made to yield one-
fourth of its diameter to the axe, rather than curve the path, where
there was nothing to obstruct it.
The grass below the garden was for hay and not for lawn, utility and
directness governing all things.
One feature was remarked with much praise. Scarcely a caterpillar
or seed-weed could he seen! And when it was known that the whole
work had been done by Dr. K., with one hired man, the Committee were
astonished, and deemed the example worthy of high commendation.
"^0 one but an enthusiast could have accomplished so much at such a
cost!
Economy and comfort often go together. The true principles of art
can sometimes produce striking effects, at half the expense bestowed by
ignorance. We often see men planting hundreds of trees to destroy the
breadth and beauty of a landscape, where a few clusters would have ac-
complished vastly more effect.
It is one of the advantages conferred by this Society, that by diffusing
knowledge, the common people are enabled, at little expense, to have a
cheerful spot of sunshine and color, or shade and refinement, of their
own creation, from a few trees, or shrubs, or selections from the world
of flowers. Our cities, when they spread out their gardens for inspec-
tion, are cultivating and developing the tastes, and improving the aspi-
rations of the people. The progress of civilization and art in a country
tends directly to the love and study of nature; and the study and love
of nature in turn improves art and morals. Whoever loves nature must
be led to adore its Author. Whoever watches the opening and painting
of a bud, and sees how true to time and law is all growth, cannot believe
that blind chance controls it. Whoever contributes to our innocent
pleasures, adds to the sum of human happiness, and becomes a bene-
factor. Every one who helps to advance the knowledge and taste of the
masses, helps to keep them pleasantly and innocently occupied, and di-
verts them from dangerous ways. They can thus be made to observe
more closely, and find satisfaction in the very wilds about them. Even
the lichens and the fungi becomes vehicles of pleasure. Money devoted
GARDEN committee's REPORT. 61
to ornamenting the landscape is not lost. Let the environs of a city be
made as beautiful as possible! Let the drives be as charming to the eye
as they are easy to the carriage I Let wealth be spread out in green
and grounds to cheer the heart of the stranger. It will, ere long, bring
him back again, and bring friends with him in time to share that wealth
thus opened to his view. The trader from afar will carry home some-
thing more than the merchandise he has bought; and when he wishes to
buy again the thought of business will be mingled with a sensation of
pleasure. A love of nature is the elixir of life — for he lives longest
who gets the most of life!
The Committee cannot close their Report without expressing their
obligations to 11. H. Hunnewell, Esq., not only for the splendid example
which he has exhibited in his own extensive and highly cultivated
grounds, but for his very liberal and benevolent provision for the
encouragement of the study and practice of Landscape Gardening in
our vicinity. His premium of three hundred dollars is certainly some
compensation for a trial of skill ; and it is a source of much regret that
80 little effort has been made of late to improve the aspect of the
beautiful and varied country around us. It is to be hoped that erelong
lovers of nature will be found to second his exertions, and to prove the
wisdom of his offer of reward to the most successful in that art.
All of which is respectfully submitted,
H. W. FULLER, Chairman.
62 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
EEPOET OF THE COMITTEE ON THE LIBEAEY,
For the Year 1867.
BY F. PABKMAN, CHAIRMAN.
The Libraiy is now in a better condition than ever before. A thorough
re-arrangement of the books has been effected, Avith a view to conven-
ient examination and distribution, and a complete and exact catalogue
has been made of all received up to the spring of 1867. A copy of this
catalogue may be obtained on application to the Superintendent, by any
member of the Society Avho has not one already.
It may not be generally understood that the Library is now open
during the business hours of every day, and that those wishing to con-
sult or take out books will find the Superintendent, or his substitute, in
constant attendance. The circulation of books, during the past year,
has exceeded that of previous years. During the nine months of 1867,
in which the Library was open, the circulation was five hundred and
thirty-two volumes, against four hundred and eighty-one taken oi;t dur-
ing the whole of the year 1866. The books thus used are chiefly of a
popular and elementary character. The Committee have been especially
attentive to supj^lying all such books of this dass as have a real value.
Some very important acquisitions of another kind have been made dur-
ing the year. Among these may be mentioned the superb Belgian work
"Flora of the Greenhouses and Gardens of Europe'' — Flore des Sevres
et des Jardins de VEurope — the admirable illustrations of which make
it valuable even to those not familiar with the French language. Any
member, in want of a book not in the Library, is invited to leave its
name with the Superintendent, when it will receive the early attention
of the Committee.
The expenditures for the year on account of the Library amount to
S496.88, a large part of which is for binding.
The following books have been bought:
l^ecoq, De la Fecondation Katurelle et Artificielle des Ycgetaux,
etc., 1 vol., 8vo.
Le Jardin Fruitier du Museum, 2 vols., 4to.
Picturesque Garden Plans, 1 vol.
Beautiful Leaved Plants, 1 vol., 8vo.
Flore des Serres et des Jardins de I'Europe, 15 vols., 8vo.
Le Bon Jardinier, 1864, '5, '6, '7, 4 vols., 12mo.
Samuels, Birds of New England and Vicinity, 1 vol. 8vo.
" " " '•'■ Duplicate, colored plates.
LIBRARY committee's REPORT. 63
"Warder, American Pomology — Apples, 1 vol.
Meade, Grape Culture, 1 vol.
Thomas, The Fruit Culturist, 1 vol.
Fuller, The Small Fruit Cuiturist, 1 vol.
" The Forest Tree Culturist, 1 vol.
Du Breuil, Cours El^mentaire Th^orique et Pratique d'Arbori-
culture, 2 vols., 8vo.
American Eegister of Eural Aflfairs, 1868, 1 vol.
McMahon, American Gardener's Calendar, 1 vol.
Quincy, Soiling of Cattle.
High Farming without Manure.
The following donations have been received :
Report of the Committee of Agriculture, U. S., 1865, 1 vol.
Report of the Secretary of the Treasury, U. S., 1866, 1 vol.
Report of the Massachusetts Board of Agriculture, 1856, 1866,
2 vols.
The Homestead, 1860, '61, 3 vols.
Report of the Adjutant General of Massachusetts, 1864, 1 vol.
Kew England Farmer, 1852— '59, 8 vols.
Copeland, Supplement to Country Life.
Transactions of the K'ew York Agricultural Society, 6 vols.
Johnson, Report of the International Exhibition, 1 vol.
Gardening for Profit, 1 vol.
Report of the Michigan Board of Agriculture, 1866, 1 vol.
Reports of the Board of Commissioners of the 'New York Central
Park, 6 vols.
Report of the Maine Board of Agriculture, 1866, 1 vol.
Transactions of the !N"ew York State Agricultural Society, 1866,
1vol.
Transactions of the Cambridge Horticultural Society.
« " Illinois " "
" " Worcester County " "
" " Middlesex Agricultural Society.
« " Norfolk "
" " Rhode Island Society for the Encouragement
of Domestic Industry.
Annual Report of the Cape of Good Hope Agricultural Society,
1866.
The New York State Agricultural Society' s Report of the
Second National Trial of Mowers, Reapers and Horse-Powers,
1866.
. Memoirs and Journal of the Boston Society of Natural History,
(nearly complete).
t34 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
The proprietors of the Boston Transcript and Daily Advertiser gen-
erousl}' continue to send lis their dail}^ issues.
The following periodicals have been taken: —
English. — Cottage Gardener.
Gardener's Chronicle.
Gardener's Weekly Magazine.
Curtis's Botanical Magazine.
Floral Magazine.
Florist and Pomologist.
Farmer's Magazine.
Journal of Agriculture.
Journal of the London. Agricultural Society.
Fre:s^ch. — Kevue Horticole.
Illustration Horticole.
Flore des Serres et des Jardins de I'Europe.
Le Jardin Fruitier.
American. — Boston Cultivator.
Massachusetts Ploughman.
Kew England Farmer.
Ohio Farmer.
California Farmer.
Prairie Farmer.
Gardener's Monthly.
Horticulturist.
Magazine of Horticulture.
American Farmer.
Country Gentleman.
American Agriculturist.
Silliman'a Journal of Science and Art.
American Journal of Horticulture,
Your Committee request that the usual appropriation for the Library
be made for the ensuing year.
F. PAEKMAN, Chairman.
FINANCE committee's REPORT. 65
REPOET OF THE FINANCE COIMITTEE.
January, 1808.
•
The Finance Committee report that they have, during the past year,
carefully supervised the acts of the Superintendent, and attended to the
proper preservation of the Building and other property of the Society.
They have made the annual settlement with the Treasurer of Mount
Auburn Cemetery, and annex hereto the account, with an extract from
the report of the Superintendent of that corporation, showing the reason
tiiat the amount is less than it was last year.
They repeat their commendation of the manner in which the Treasurer
has performed the duties of his office.
C. O. Whitmore,
H, H. HUNNEWELL, [>■ Finance Committee.
B. P. Cheney,
TEEASURER'S ACCOUNT FOR' 1867.
Receipts of Income.
Balance of Cash on hand, - - - S266 66
Admissions and Assessments, - - 2,069 50
Rent of Stores, - . - - 11,450 00
Rent of Halls, . - - - 9,624 00
Received from Mt. Auburn Cemetery, - 7,482 19
Gross Receipts from Rose Show, - - 262 25
Gross Receipts from Annual Exhibition, - 1,125 00
Net of Sale of Stocks, - - - 8,576 68
Deposit to pay Prizes, balance uncalled for, - 73 00
Sundry Receipts, - - - - 102 67
Expenditures.
Salaries and compensations, - - - S2,200 00
Library accessions, - - - - 496 88
Heating, less amount paid by tenants, - 497 20
Insurance on Library, one year, - - 20 00
Interest, less dividends, ... 5,.S1.3 22
Gas, 1,014 08
5
S41,031 95
66
MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
"Water, less amount paid by tenants, -
Expenses of Rose Show, . . -
Expenses of Annual Exhibition,
Taxes, ------
Additions, alterations and repairs on building,
New furniture, refitting and repairs, -
Testimonial to ex-President Ilovey, -
Testimonial to E. A. Story, . - -
Stationery, postage and printing,
Labor and incidental expenses,
J. W. Jenks, for preparing catalogue,
Portrait of our President, - - -
Rep'g plate and printing diplomas, (bill of 1865),
Deposit in Market Bank to pay prizes.
Amount paid for reduction of floating debt, -
Cash in the Treasury, - - - -
The amount of the floating debt, Jan. 1, 1867,
was S35,000 00
By the sale of 107 shares C. & P. B. Railroad, 8,576 68
And by cash, 6,923 32
It has been reduced, - - - - 15,500 00
S185 14
200 88
1,209 80
3,720 20
1,294 66
1,079 75
240 00 •
50 00
1,174 79
1,441 43
182 50
192 90
219 00
3,022 00
16,878 83
398 69
Leaving the amount to-day.
S19,500 00
The property of the Society consists of its
real estate, building and furniture, costing at
date, S251,457 28
Library and glass ware,
Cash in the Treasury, - - -
6,423 94
398 69
The Society owes a debt, secured by mort-
gage, of $100,000 00
A floating debt of - - -
S258,279 91
Leaving a balance, as the cost to the Society
of its property at date, of -
19,500 00
— S119,500 00
$138,779 91
The Stores remain rented, as at date of last report. Our expectations
of income from rent of the Halls have been fully met; and although the
same causes which influence trade generally operate to some extent here,
yet we hope at least to keep up to the present standard of income.
500 00
219 00
800 00
800 00
482 00
1,250 00
FINANCE committee's REPORT. 67
The increased amount of taxes, - - $795 00
The preparation and printing of Library Cata-
logue, - . - . .
Bill for repairing plate and printing diplomas.
Lantern and gas-fixtures in the halls,
Exchange of seats in the halls,
Sundry testimonials and a portrait,
And an amount from Mt. Auburn, less than
last year by -
Amounting to - - - - - S4,846 00
Have somewhat interfered with our plans for a further reduction of
the floating debt. Granted, that the income from rent of halls is nearly
$4,400 more than last year, yet it must be borne in mind that the bills
for gas and labor are largely increased by the same cause.
It will be seen that the receipts for admissions and assessments are
less than last year. This is attributable to two causes: Less admis-
sions, and to the difficulty in finding distant and unknown members.
The books show the names of seventy-eight members who have "■ neg-
lected to pay," one, two or three years, and, although the By-Laws pro-
vide for the erasure of the names of those delinquent two years, yet
they are left through hopefulness. A few are candidates for speedy dis-
missal.
In my last report an invitation was given to make our rooms a place
of resort, and to use the Liljrary. It is a pleasure to say that both are
growing in favor.
Let Membership signify Fellowship, and the result must te of the
most gratifying character.
In closing, I would accord to the Finance Committee the credit of all
the success of our financial operations. To them and to the whole So-
ciety I am largely indebted for cordial support and words of approval,
which prompt me to redoubled efforts in your behalf.
Respectfully submitted,
E. W. BUSWELL, Treasurer.
BosTox, January 16, 1868.
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MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Memorandum of Sales of Lots ix the Cemetery of Mount
Auburn, made up for Settlement with the Massachu-
setts Horticultural Society, for 1867.
Sales in January, - . .
'■'• Febniary, - - -
'' March,
" April, - - . -
" May,
" June, . - -
" July,
" AugTist, . - -
" September, - - -
*■' October, - - -
" November, . - -
" December, - - -
May 20. Less refunded, Wm. D. Fanning,
overpaid, - - - -
July 13. Less refunded, Lawson Valentine,
for lot 2692,
Interments in the public lots, -
Less for expenses, per agreement,
Mass, Horticultural Society, one-fourth,
Dr.
For one-fourth of the following items:
Filling up Garden Pond,
" Halcyon Avenue, -
" Fountain " - -
Say one-fourth of - - -
Balance due Mass. Horticultural Society,
E. & O. E.
^1,276 75
1,057 75
350 00
2,191 50
5,357 00
6,529 92
3,631 42
2,004 00
5,350 38
3,368 25
3,085 63
4,503 25
45 75
500 00
5,855 53
1,333 20
345 60
$38,705 85
545 75
38,160 10
703 00
38,863 10
1,400 00
37,463 10
9,365 77
7,534 33 1,883 58
7,482 19
Boston, January 15, 1868.
GEO. WM. BOXD, Treasurer.
FINANCE committee's REPORT. 69
Extract from the Eeport of the Superintendext of the
Cemetery of Moukt Auburn.
Garden Pond Meadow has been excavated from the north upland over
to the ridge that extends from Fountain Avenue, through the meadow,
to near Coolidge Avenue; and the high ridge of land running from Yew
and Fountain Avenues, easterly, towards Coolidge Avenue, has been cut
down, averaging from six to seventeen feet in depth, and removed to fill
up Garden Pond excavation, before referred to, and by measurement of
our Surveyor there has been 390,309 cubic feet of marsh land filled up
the past year, at a cost of S5,85.5.53, independent of the cost of exca-
vating the mud, and carting off the same, which is worth to the " Cor-
poration" the expense of excavating and removing. But one-fourth part
of the amount above should be charged to the Horticultural Society.
Halcyon Avenue, and the piece of ground south of it, which backs on
to Lime Avenue, has been excavated, six feet deep, and an area of 8,880
square feet, and has been filled this year and last with gravel to an
average depth of ten feet, making, as per Surveyor's account, 88,880
cubic feet, at a cost of - - - - - $1,333 20
Fountain Avenue, excavated and filled last year, in width
12 feet, and depth 10 feet, making 23,041 cubic feet, at a
cost, exclusive of excavating and carting off" mud, of - 345 60
1,678 80
The New Public Lot has been in progress of comi^letion, at intervals,
through the season, such as completing the stone wall, putting a flight
of stone steps in, cutting down and filling up, forming banks, »fcc., and
has caused an expenditure of $1,400.00 this year, and I am hapi^y to
say is now nearly finished, and will be completed early in the coming
spring; and when finished, one-fourth part of the expense will also be
chargeable to the Horticultural Society.
70 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
LETTER rrxO)! THE U. S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.
horace capron, commissioner.
Washington, D. C, Dec. 30, 1867.
r. p. Denny, Esq.,
Rec. Sec'y Mass. Horticultural Society,
Boston, Mass.
Dear Sir: —
Believing that the usefulness of the Department of Agriculture, and
its efficiency in the prosecution of its appropriate work, must depend in
a great degree upon its relations with agricultural organizations, I de-
sire, in assuming the duties of my official position, to invite your co-
operation, to claim your counsel, and to tender to you my hearty
sympathy in your local enterprises, and any practicable help towards
their successful development. It is believed that such unity can be
promoted by harmony of feeling and action between this Department
and State Societies, as between those organizations and Coimty Socie-
ties, and Town Clubs.
The influence of State Boards and Societies upon the Agriculture of
their respective States is already incalculably great. Yet, they are only
in their infiincy, with many difficulties to surmount and discouragements
to face, and may be aided by judicious action of this DejDartment, which
may in turn be strengthened by association and labor with these local
organizations.
It is not my purpose to attempt to designate the mode by which this
unity of action can be best attained, they will present themselves for
your consideration in your daily experience; but I will venture to hint
at a few obvious points, in which you may always be able to advance
the interests of this Department and of Agriculture.
You can render more successful the operations of the propagating
garden, in testing the merits of new seedling fruits, by sending speci-
mens of such as have attained local promise of value for experiment in
the different latitude, under vaiying circumstances of treatment and
culture. The receipt of seeds not tested will be properly acknowledged,
and all plants or seeds, when desired, will be held subject to the control
of the donor.
Any new variety of fruit, not disseminated, may confidently be con-
sidered safe, not liable to premature distribution to the injury of the
originator. You can also render valuable aid in the study of diseases
of fruit trees, by sending accurate accounts of their history, progress
and effects. The results of local observations and experiment is de-
LETTER FROM U. S. COMM'r OP AGRICULTURE. 71
sired, with a statement of influencing circumstances, including especially
the hygrometric condition of the atmosphere, the dew points, elevation,
shelter, &c. For the Museum (or object library) of the Department,
specimens of natural history, of seeds, fruits, fibres, minerals and pro-
ducts of the economic arts, are solicited. It is intended, eventually, to
furnish State organizations with model duplicates of type specimens of
their most pojiular fruits.
The building now in progress of erection for the Department will
furnish ample accommodations, also, for a separate display and classifi-
cation of products of Agriculture and the Minerals of the several States,
contributions for which object are now solicited. It is believed that
this will prove an interesting and useful feature of the Museum.
In Entomology, incalculable good may result from correspondence
relative to insect depredations, with samples of the insects for identifica-
tion, description and experiment.
The cooperation of State organizations, in the collection of Agricul-
tural statistics, will contribute materially to the success of Department
operations, and to the general fund of Agricultural knowledge. The
results of local associations and efforts, whether of County Society Ex-
hibitions, of Club Meetings, implement trials, sheep-shearings, or other
gatherings, might be presented in epitome, supplying facts that might
not otherwise be so fully received; and reports in detail of special Ag-
ricultural enterprises, of systematic experiments of individuals, and
other occasional data, would serve to enrich the national repertory of
industrial facts, and disseminate generally to other States a knowledge of
the peculiar resources and improvement of each.
This cooperation might perhaps be extended, with advantage, to the
monthly crop returns, which form the basis of current approximate esti-
mates of growing or harvested crops, by recommendation of the best
men for reporters in those Counties which cannot be represented by
Secretaries of their Agricultural Societies, and by concurrent data from
other sources, and suggestions as to any peculiar or local subjects of
inquiry.
The idea is also presented for the consideration of State Societies and
State Boards of Agriculture, of a still more intimate cooperation, in-
volving the direction of returns to the office of State Secretaries in these
States, their examination and consideration, and a report of results to
this Department, for incorporation in the general statement for the entire
country.
Your views upon the above suggestions are respectfully solicited.
In return, I shall always hold myself ready to answer any reasonable
demands upon the resources or courtesies of the Department.
I am, very respectfully,
HORACE C APRON, Commissioner.
72 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
ADDRESS OF THE PEESIDE^^T, JAMES F. C. HYDE,
At the Axxual Meeting, January 4, 18G8.
Gentlemen: —
Another year has been added to the long roll of time, and we stand
upon the threshold of a new year. We meet as is our custom on the
first Saturday of each year to pledge ourselves anew to the cause we
love, to briefly review the past and form new plans and resolutions for
the future. Each year has its peculiarities, and the past one has been
no exception to the rule, the weather has been cold and wet, very unfa-
vorable for the fullest development and ripening of the fruits. Whe^e
we have gathered rich and luscious Grapes in years past, the last Au-
tumn, behold, there were only sour grapes. Through our skill and en-
terprise we have been able to overcome many of the obstacles whether
of heat or cold, flood or drought, blasting wind or biting frost, and have
on the whole secured a fair compensation for all our labor. The exhi-
bitions have been very creditable both to the contributor and the Society.
Our Annual Exhibition was in every respect a success, and we doubt if
there has ever been a better or more pleasing display made during the
whole history of the Society. The public at large manifested in various
ways their appreciation and enjoyment of it, and strangers who visited
us expressed themselves in terms of high commendation. While the
display of fruits, with the exception of Grapes, was not a whit behind
that of previous years, that of variegated leaf and other plants was far
superior to anything we have ever witnessed in our halls. Most of these
plants, so beautiful and attractive, were contributed by two or three of
our members, who are deserving of our warmest thanks for the pleasure
they afforded, both us and the public, by their rich displays. We hope
others may follow in their footsteps, and that erelong we shall be able
to make our exhibition in this, as in other departments, unsurpassed by
any Society in the world. The vegetable department should not be
l)assed by without a word of praise, for it has never been excelled in
quality, if in quantity. We doubt if the market gardeners of any part
■ of our country can make a better show than was seen on our tables at
the Annual Exhibition. As we thus call to mind briefly the results of
last year's efforts and labors, achieved under adverse circumstances, may
we not reasonably look forward with hope and confidence to the season
that will soon open upon us.
No field of labor offers so great opportunities for the enjoyment of
sound health, and the highest happiness, as the pursuit of horticulture.
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The love of it grows with our growth, and strengthens with our strength,
and who of us does not look forward eagerly to that time when we can
lay aside the more Jictive pursuits of business, in the crowded city, and
devote ourselves wholly to that which is calculated to enlarge our souls,
and lift us up, by means of the glorious and perfect works of nature, to
the more glorious and more perfect Maker and Giver of them all.
The Executive Committee recommended, and the Society have appro-
priated a larger sum than ever before, to be given in prizes and gratuities
the coming year. These appropriations should be increased from year
to year, as the financial condition of the Society will allow. It should
not be forgotten that though our floating debt has been reduced some
fifteen thousand dollars, we still owe a considerable sum, which we are
all anxious to pay. The sum we owe secured by mortgage need not
trouble us for the present, still, a wise discretion would suggest the pro-
priety of setting apart, year ]yy j'ear, such sums as we can well spare to
provide for the payment of this mortgage debt at maturity. We would
recommend a liberal policy in regard to prizes, for we believe such lib-
erality is the true way of increasing our ability and usefulness. Our
building has been kept in the best possible condition during the year
and is well rented to good tenants, aftbrding, with the proceeds from the
two halls, a large income, fully confirming the expectations of the Com-
mittee who recommended the erection of this noble structure. A year
ago we had 940 life and subscription members ; six have changed from
annual to life members, which, with 19 new life members, makes the
whole addition to this class 25, during the year; 46 new members have
been added to the annual list, while 11 of the latter class have died,
and one ceased his membership. Only one of the first named class
has passed into the starred list, so that our whole membership at
present from the best data that can be obtained is 993. Though our
membership is quite large, yet there is room for more, and it should
be the aim of each member to do something to induce his friends and
neighbors to join us in helping on the good work.
Our Society holds a high and honorable place among the flourishing
institutions of Massachusetts, receiving the confidence and esteem of
its citizens of almost every rank and profession. Let us strive in
every possible way to maintain its reputation, and if possible in-
crease its usefulness. It is pleasant to remember that though our
members have increased, and our Society is large, yet nothing has
occurred to disturb the peace and harmony that has prevailed for
several years. Long may it be before any discordant element shall
arise to hinder its progress. "We desire to bear testimony to the
faithfulness and good judgment displayed by the Committee on Fi-
nance, to whom the Society are under great obligations. Much time,
and great financial ability have been freely devoted by them to the pro-
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motion of our interests. The other various committees have performed
their duties to the entire satisfaction of those concerned, and may well
congratulate themselves on the successful results of last year's labors.
Kever since we have been connected with this Society have the prizes
been so promiDtly, and satisfactorily awarded, as they were at our last
annual show. Let the Committees of this year but follow in the foot-
steps of their predecessors, and they cannot fail to receive the thanks of
all who may favor us with their contributions.
"We desire publicly to express our regret at the resignation of our friend,
S. 11. Gibbens, who has served us so well for the past two years, as Cor-
responding Secretary, and that business engagements should have called
him to a distant city, by which we are deprived of his labors. Wherever
he goes he will carry with him the best wishes of this Society. Other
changes have taken place, and we shall miss our friend Denny, who has
served the Society for a similar term as Recording Secretary. Most faith-
fully and satisfactorily has he performed the difficult duties of this position.
We wish him the highest degree of success in whatever field of enterprise
he may engage. Though reluctant to part with those who have filled
these offices so well, we are happy to say that those who are about to
assume these responsible places are gentlemen well known to all of us,
as well qualified for the positions, and in whom we have entire confi-
dence. AVe would also most cheerfully speak a word of commendation
for our faithful Treasurer and Superintendent, who has so carefully
watched over the interests committed to his trust, sparing no pains by
day, or even by night, to add to the income of the Society, and promote
its interests. The complimentary letters that he has received from those
who have had occasion to use our halls, all speak in the highest terms of
the gentlemanly, and accommodating spirit, that has been constantly
manifested by him. We congratulate the Society in having been so for-
tunate in the selection of a Superintendent.
And now permit me to express my thanks to you for the kindness
and forbearance you have manifested towards me in the discharge of the
varied duties of the position you so kindly called me to occupy, as well
as for your approval of my course by a unanimous vote at the last elec-
tion. So long as I occupy this place it shall be my constant endeavor,
with your kind cooperation, to discharge the duties to the best of
my ability, and, I hope to your satisfaction. May the blessings of life,
health, and happiness, be enjoyed by all of us, during the year upon
which we have just entered.
MEMBERS FOR LIFE.
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MEMBERS
MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
A * DENOTES THK MEMBER AS DECEASED.
MEMBERS rOB LIFE.
*Adains, Daniel, Newhury.
Adams, George E., Medford.
Allen, John Fisk, Salem.
Ames, F. L., Easton.
Ames, F. M., Canton.
Ames, George, Boston.
Ames, P. A., "
Amory, Charles, "
Araory, James S.,"
Amory, Frederick, BrooMine.
Andrews, Charles L., Swampscot.
Andrews, Frank "W., Boston.
A-ndrews, W. T., "
Andros, Milton, BrooMine.
Appleton, Edward, Beading.
*Appleton, N'athan, Boston.
Appleton, Sumner, "
*Armstrong, Samuel T., "
*Aspinwall, Augustus, BrooMine.
Atkins, Elisha, Belmont.
Austin, "William R., Dorchester.
Avery, Edward, Boston.
Ayling, Isaac, "
Ayer, Adams, Boxbury.
*Babbitt, Isaac, Boston.
Bacon, George, BrooMine.
Bailey, Edwin C, Boston.
Bailey, Kendall, Charlestown.
Barnard, James M., Boston.
Barnard, Rev. C. F., Boston.
Barnes, Walter S., Somerville.
Barnes, William H., Boxbury.
Barney, Levi C, Boston.
Bartlett, E., Newburyport.
Barrows, Thomas, Dedham.
Barrett, Aaron, Maiden.
Barrett, James, S. Framingham.
Bates, Amos, Hingham.
Bates, Caleb, Kingston.
*Bates, John D., Boston.
*Bancroft, E. P., Newton.
Bayley, .Tohn P., Boston.
Beal, Alexander, Dorchester.
Beebe, James M., Boston.
Bemis, Emery, Cambridge.
Bickford, Weare D., Brighton.
Billings, Joseph H., W. Boxbury.
Birchard, Charles, W. Cambridge.
Bird, John A., BrooMine.
Black, J. W., Boston.
Blagg, Samuel, Waltham.
Blake, George B., BrooMine.
Blaney, Henry, "
*Blodget, J. W., Boston.
Boardman, Wm. H., '•
Bockus, C. E., Dorchester.
Bond, George JV., Boxbury.
Bouve, Theodore T., Boston.
*Bowman, Abner H., "
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Bowditch, A. C, Camhridgeport. Child, F. C, Cambridge.
Bowditch, J. Ingersoll, Boxbury. Childs, N. E., Dorchester.
Botame, John, Stoneham. Claflin, Wm., Neicton.
Brackett, C. K, Newton. Clapp, E. W., WalpoU.
♦Bradford, Samuel D., W.Eoxhury. Clapp, Frederick, Dorchester.
Bradish, L. J., Boston.
Bradlee, J. B., "
*Bradlee, Joseph P., "
*Bradlee, Josiah, "
Breed, Andrew, Lynn.
Breed, Henry A., "
♦Brewer, Eliab Stone, Boxbury.
Brewer, Gardner, Boston.
Brewer, John Keed, "
♦Brewer, Thomas, "
Brewer, Otis, Boxbury.
Bright, Jona. B., Waltham.
Bright, William E., "
Brown, Ebenezer, Lynn.
Brooks, Francis, Medford.
Brooks, J. TV,, Milton.
Brooks, Peter C, Boston.
Buckminster, "W. J., Maiden.
Burr, Fearing, Jr., Hingham.
Burr, M. H., "
Burnett, Joseph, Southborough.
Burnham, T. O. H. P., Boston.
Buswcll, E. "W., Boston.
Buswcll, Frank E., "
Clapp, Lemuel, 2d, "
♦Clapp, Thaddeus, "
♦Clark, B. C, Boston.
Clark, W. L., Xeponset.
Clark, Wm. S., Amherst.
Clay, Henry, Dorchester.
Cleary, Lawrence, W. Boxbury.
Clement, Asa, Dracut.
Cleveland, Ira, Dedham.
Cobb, Albert A. C, BrooMine.
♦Codraan, John, Dorchester.
Codman, Ogden, Lincoln.
Coffin, Gr. Winthrop, W. Boxbury.
♦CoUamore, G. AV., Boston.
Comer, G. N"., Dedham.
Comerais, Henry, "
Copeland, R. M'Cleary, Boston.
Copeland, R. Morris, Lexington,
Courtis, Wm., Lawrence.
Craft, Geo., BrooMine.
♦Crafts, Ebenezer, Boxbury.
Crocker, Uriel, Boston.
Crowell, Pliilander, Chelsea.
♦Crowninshield, Geo. C, Boston.
Butterfield, Samuel, W. Cambridge. Cruickshank, James, Maiden.
Butterfleld, William P., "
Cadness, John, New York.
Cains, Wm., So. Boston.
Capen, John, Boston.
Carruth, Charles, '•
Carruth, Js'athan, Dorchester.
Chandler, J. G., Boxbury.
Chapin, N. G., BrooMine.
Chapman, Edward, Arlington.
♦Chapman Jonathan. Boston.
Chase, Daniel E., Watertown.
Chase, Hezekiah, 5* Boston.
Chase, William M., Worcester.
Cheney, B. P., Boston.
Cummings, John, Jr., "
Curtis, Geo. S., Jamaica Plain.
Cushing, J. G., Belmont.
Cushing, R. M., "
♦Cushing, Thomas P., Boston.
Daggett, H. L., Boston.
Dale, Ebenezer, "
Damon, Samuel G., W. Cambridge.
Dana, Charles B., BrooMine.
♦Dana, Nathaniel, "
Darling, Charles K., Boston.
Davis, Hervey, Cambridgeport.
♦Decker, Louis, Boston.
Denny, Francis P., BrooMine.
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Denny, Daniel, Dorchester.
*Denny, George, Westhorough.
Denny, K. S., Dorchester.
Dewson, Y. A., Boston.
Dexter, F. Gordon, "
Dexter, G. M.,
D'Wolf, John L., Eoxhury.
Dickerraan, George H,, Somerville.
Dickinson, Alex., Cambridgeport.
Dike, Charles C, Stoneham.
Downer, Samuel, Dorchester.
Duncklee, John, Brighton.
Durant, H. F., Boston.
Durant, William, "
Durfee, Mrs. F. B., Fall Biver.
Durfee, George B., "
Durfee, Nathan, "
*Edwards, Elisha, Springfield.
Eldridge, E. H., Boston.
*Eliot, Samuel A., "
Ellicott, J. P., Jamaica Plain.
Everett, Otis, Boston.
Everett, William, "
♦Fairbanks, H. P., Charlestown.
Fairbanks, J. Loring, Boston.
♦Fairbanks, Stephen, "
Farlow, John S., Newton.
Fearing, Albert, Hingham.
Fenno, J. B., Boston.
*Fenno, John, Chelsea.
Fenno, Joseph H., N. Chelsea.
Feukes, Edwin, Neiotonville.
Fillebrown, John, W. Cambridge.
*Fisher, Dan. Simmons, Boxbury.
Fisher, Francis K., BrooTcline.
Fisher, James, Boxbury.
Fisher, Warren, "
*Fiske, Oliver, Worcester.
Flagg, Augustus, Boston.
Flint, Charles L., "
Foster, John H., "
Foster, J. W., Dorchester.
Freeman, Abraham, Dorchester.
♦French, Benj. V., ''
French, Jonathan, Boxbury.
Freeland, Charles Wm., Boston.
Frothingham, Samuel, "•
Fuller, Henry Weld, Boxbury.
,*Gaffleld, James, Gloucester.
Gage, Addison, W. Cambridge.
Gardner, Henry N., Belmont.
♦Gardner, W. F., Salem.
Galvin, John, W. Boxbury.
♦Gibson, Kimball, Boston.
♦Gilmore, Addison, "
Gillard, William "
Gilley, J. E. M., Chelsea.
Gilkey, F. R., Watertown.
Glover, Joseph B., Boston.
Goddard, A. Warren, Brookline.
Gorham, J. L., Jamaica Plain.
Gould, Samuel, Boston.
Greig, George, Newton.
Grinnell, Joseph, New Bedford.
Groom, Thomas, Dorchester.
Grundell, H., "
Guild, J. Anson, Brookline.
♦Hall, Adin, Boston.
Hall, George A., N. Chelsea.
Hall, George R., Boston.
Hall, John R., "
Hall, Stephen A., N. Chelsea.
Hammond, Gardner G., Boston.
Hammond, Samuel, "
Harnden, S., Beading.
Harding, C. L., Cambridge.
Harding, G. W., Dorchester.
Harding, W. C, Boxbury.
♦Harris, Wm. T., Cambridge.
♦Hastings, Edmund T., Boston.
Hathaway, Seth W., Marblehead.
Hatch, Anthony, Cliftondale.
Hayden, A. W., Portsmonth.
Hayes, Francis B., Boston.
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Hazeltine, IT., Boston.
Head, Charles D., Brookline.
Heath, Charles, "
♦Hedge, Isaac L., Plymouth.
Hill, George, W. Cambridye.
Hill, John, Stoneham.
Hillbouru, A. J., Chelsea.
Hodgkins, John E., "
Holbrook, C. S., E. Randol^jh.
Hollis, J. W., Brighton.
Hooper, John, Jr., Marhlchead.
Hooper, Robert C, Boston.
Hooper, Thomas, Bridgewater.
Hovey, C. M., Camhridge.
Hovey, John C, Cambridgeport.
Hovey, P. B.,
*How, Hall J., South Boston. Lamb, Thomas, Boston.
Howard, Joseph "W., " Lawrence, James, ''
Howe, George, Roxhury. Lawrence, Edward, Charlestown.
Howe, Jabez C, S. Boston. Lawson, Peter, Lowell.
Howe, John, Brookline. Leavins, S. Davis, Boston.
♦Howland, Henry, Maiden. *Lee,- George, Watertown.
Howland, John, Jr., New Bedford. Leland, George, Waltham.
Kendall, D. S., Boston.
Kenney, John M., Wareham.
Kent, John, Charlestown.
Keyes, E. W., "
Kej^es, George, Concord.
Kidder, II. P., Boston.
Kimball, A. P., "
*King, Edward, Dorchester.
King, Franklin, "
King, William S., Boxbury.
Kingman, A. A., South Boston.
Kingsbury, Wm. B., Boxbury.
Kinsley, Lyman, Cambridgeport.
Kittredge, E. A., Boston.
Lancaster, C. B., Newton.
Hubbard, G. G., Camhridge.
Hubbard, J. C, Boston.
*Hubbard, W. J., "
Huckins, James "W., Boxbury.
Humphrey, F. J., Dorchester.
Hunnewell, H. H., Wellesley.
Hunt, Franklin, Boston.
Hunt, Moses, "
Hyde, J. F. C, Newton.
Inches, Herman B., Boston.
Inches, Henderson, "
Jackson, Abraham, Boston.
Jeflries, John, Jr., *'
♦Jones, C. F., Boxbury.
♦Jones, Thomas, Boston.
Johnson, Otis, Lynn.
Joyce, Mrs. Samuel, Medford.
Kakas, Edward, Medford.
Kelley, E. G., Newbunjport.
Leuchars, E. B., Boston.
Lewis, A. S., Framingham.
Lewis, Wm. G., "
Lincoln, George, Jr., Hingham.
Lincoln, Levi, Worcester.
♦Lincoln, William, "
Lincoln, D. Waldo, "
♦Livermore, George, Cambridge.
♦Lloyd, James, Boston.
Locke, W. II., Belmont.
Lodge, Giles IL, "
♦Lombard, I., "
Loomis, J. B., Chelsea.
Lothrop, Eben W., "
Lord, George C, Newton.
Lovett, G. L., Boston.
Low, Ariel, Boxbury.
Lowder, John, Watertown.
Lowell, Augustus, Boston.
Luke, Elijah II. , Cambridgeport.
Lyon, Henry, Charlestown.
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Mann, Jonathan, Camhridge.
Maloon, "William, Salem.
*Manning, Joseph, Medford.
Manning, Eobert, Saleyn.
Mansfield, H. S., Blackstone.
*March, Andrew S., Roxhury.
Marland, A., Andover.
Marsh, Francis, Dedham.
Martin, D. A., Chelsea.
Martin, J. S., Boston.
*Martin, Richard S., "
Matthews, Nathan, "
May, Samuel, "
*Merriam, Charles, West Newton.
Merrifleld, "W. T., Worcester.
Mills, Charles H., Boston.
Miller, E. D., Dorchester.
Milton, W, H., Roxhury.
Minott, Charles, Somerville.
Minton, James, Dorchester.
Mixter, Charles, Boston.
Moore, J. B., Concord.
Morse, S. B., Boston.
Morse, Samuel F., "
Morrill, Joseph, Jr., Roxhury.
Motley, Thomas, W. Roxhury.
Mudge, E. R., Lynn.
Mudge, George W., "
Mudge, George A., Boston.
Munroe, William, "
Needham, Daniel, Groton.
Newhall, Cheever, Dorchester.
Newhall, George, "
Newhall, John M., "
Newhall, Josiah, Lynnfield.
*]S'ewman, Henry, Roxhury.
Nichols, Henry, South Boston.
Noui'se, Benj. F., Camhridgeport.
Nourse, B. F., Boston.
*Xuttall, Thomas, of England.
Osgood, James Ripley, Boston.
Page, Thomas, Iov:a.
Paige, James W., Boston.
Paine, Robert T., "
Palmer, J. P., "
Parker, Augustus, Roxhury.
*Parker, Daniel P., Boston.
Parker, James, "
Parker, William A., "
*Parkman, Rev. Francis, "
Parkman, Francis, Jamaica Plain.
*Parsons, Gorham, Brighton.
*Parsons, William, Boston.
Partridge, Henry, "
Partridge, Horace, Somerville.
Pearce, John, West Roxhury.
Peck, Abel G., Arlington.
Peck, O. H., Melrose.
Peirce, S. B., Dorchester.
Penniman, A. P., Waltham.
Perkins, Edward N., Brookline.
Perkins, William P., "
*Perry, John, Sherhorn.
Philbrick, William D., Brookline.
Pierce, George W., Maiden.
Pierce, Henry L., Dorchester.
Poole, Benjamin C, Chelsea.
Poor, John R., Somerville.
Pope, Alexander, Dorchester.
Potter, Joseph S., W. Camhridge.
Pratt, George W., Boston.
Pratt, William, Winchester.
Pray, Mark W., Maiden.
Prescott, C. H., Cornicallis, JV. S.
Prescott, Eben C, Boston.
Prescott, W. G., "
Prescott, William G., Quincy.
Preston, George H., Boston.
Preston, John, Dorchester.
Prouty, Gardner, Littleton.
Putnam, Joshua H., Brookline.
Rand, E. S., Boston.
Rand, E. S., Jr., Dedham.
Rand, Oliver J., Camhridgeport.
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Ramsay, A. H., Cambridge.
Etn'uer, John J., Lexington.
Reed, George W., Kingston.
*Re3'noso, Bernard de, S. Boston.
*Ricliards, Edward M., Dedham.
Richards, William B., Boston.
Richardson, C. E., "
Richardson, Joseph, '*
Slack, Lewis, Brooliline.
Smith, Charles A., Boston.
Smith, Charles H., Jamaica Plain.
Smith, James H,, Newton Corner.
Smith, Peter. Andover.
*Smith, Stephen II., Providence.
Sonthmayd, John K., Boston.
Sparhawk, Edward C, Brighton.
Richardson, George C, Camhridge. Springall, George, Maiden.
Robbins, Nathan, Arlington.
Robinson, J. H., Dorchester.
Rogers, John H., Boston.
Rogers, R. S., Sale7n.
Ross, Henry, Newton.
Ross, M. D., Boston.
*Rotch, William, New Bedford.
♦Russell, George R., Boxbury.
Russell, John Lewis, Salem.
Russell, Walter, W. Cambridge.
Runey, John, Somerville.
Springer, John, Sterling.
Spaulding.Edward, Jamaica Plain.
Stetson, James A., Quincy.
Stetson, Nahum, Bridgewater. i
Stevens, Paran, Boston.
Stickney, Josiah, Watertown.
Stickney, Rufus B., Somerville.
Stimpson, George, Neio York.
Stimpson, H. H., Cambridge.
Stone, G. P., Newton.
*Stone, James W., Dorchester.
Stone, Phineas J., Charlestown.
Story, E. A., Brighton.
Sampson, G. R., Brookline.
Sanborn, Amos C, Camhridgeport. Story, P. II., Salem.
Sanford, O. S., Cordaville. *Story, Joseph, Cambridge.
Sargent, Ignatius, Brookline. Strong, William C, Brighton.
Sargent, Turner, Boston. Sturgis, Russell, Jr., Boston.
Sawyer, E. II., Easthampton. *Sturgis, William, Wobnrn.
Sawyer, Timothy T., Charlestown. Swain, Charles D., Boxbury.
*Seaver, Nathaniel, Boxbury.
Seaver, Nathaniel, East Boston.
Seaver, Robert, Jamaica Plain.
Sever, J. W., Dorchester.
Scott, Charles, Neivton.
Scudder, C. W., Brookline.
Scudder, Marshall S., Grantville.
*Shaw, Robert G., Boston.
Shaw, S. P., Cambridge.
Sheafe, Charles C, Boston,
Sheafe, William, Brookline.
Sheldon, O. S., Milton.
Shimmin, Charles P., Boston.
Shorey, John L., Lynn.
♦Silsby, Enoch, Bradford.
Skinner, Francis, Newton.
Taft, John B., Boston.
Tappan, Charles, "
Taylor, Horace B., "
*Tcschemacher, J. E., "
Thacher, Alfred C, Dorchester.
♦Thaxter, A. W., Jr., Boston.
*Thayer, J. E., "
Thayer, Nathaniel, "
Thomas, William, "
Thompson, S. Benton, Lexington,
*Thorndike, Israel, Boston.
Thorndike, John H., "
Tileston, E. P., Dorchester.
Tilton, Stephen W., Boston.
Todd, John, Hingham.
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dolman, Lucius A., W. Boxhury.
Torrey, Everett, Charlestown.
*To\vle, Lymau, Boston.
*Tremlett, Thomas, Dorchester.
Turner, J. M., "
Turner, K. W., JSfeicton.
Turner, R. TV., Jr., Eandolph.
Upton, George B., Boston.
Vose, B. C.
Wainwright, Peter, Boston.
Wainwright, AVm. L., Braintree.
Wakefield, E. H., Chelsea.
*Waldo, Daniel, Worcester.
Walker, Edward C. R., Boxhury.
*Walker, Samuel, "
Walker, Samuel A., Brooklinc.
Walker, T. W., Waltham.
Warren, Gr. W., Boston.
Walcott, Edward, Pawtucket.
Ward, John, Newton.
Ware, Benjamin P., Ifarhlehcad.
Wason, E., BrooMine.
Waters, Edwin F., Newton.
Webber, A. D., Wellesley.
AVebster, Joshua, Maplcwood.
*Webster, Nathan, Haverhill.
Weld, Richard H., Boxhury.
Weld, M. W., Dr., Boston.
Weld, W. G., BrooMine.
Wellington, H. W., Mrs., Boxhury.
Wellington, Henry M., W. Boxhury.
Welsh, J. H., Dorchester.
*Wcst, Thomas, Haverhill.
Wetherell, Leander, Boston.
Wheelwright, A. C, "
Whipple, John A., "
*Whitcomb, Levi, "
White, B. C, "
White, Edward A., "
Whitmore, C. O., "
Whiting, Nathaniel, BrooMine.
White, Francis A., "
Whitney, Luther F., Charlestoicn.
Whittle, George W., Soynerville.
Whitton, Bela.
AVhytal, Thomas G., W. Boxhury.
\Yight, Ebcn, Dedham.
Wilbur, G. B., Watertown.
Wilder, Henry A., Boston.
Wilder, Marshall P., Dorchester.
Willcutt, Levi L., West Boxhury.
*Williams, Aaron D., Boxhury.
Williams, Aaron D., "
Williams, Benjamin B., Boston.
*Williams, Moses B., BrooMine.
*Winship, Franklin, Brighton.
Winship, F. Lyman, "
Winship, Herman, "
*Worthington, William, Dorchester.
Woodward, Royal, BrooMine.
Wright, Geo. C, West Acton.
Wrisley, Frank, Boston.
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
Abbott, Sam'l L., M. D., Boston.
Adams, Charles F., Quincy.
Adams, C. S., Framingham.
Adams, William, Winchester.
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Allen, Abbot, Arlington.
Allen, Andrew F., "
Allen, Calvin, Boxhury.
Allen, C. H., M.D., Camhridgeport.
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Allen, Frederick D., Boston.
Allen, Geo. E., W. Xcicton.
Allen, Geo. D., Maiden.
Allen, Henry O., "
Allen, Xatli'l T., W. Newton.
Allen, W. H., Dedhani.
Alley, Franklin, Marhkhead.
Ames, R. AV., Roxhury.
Ames, Samuel T., Boston.
Andrews, E. Janes, "
Andrews, Joseph, Waltham.
Apple, Antone, Brighton.
Atlierton, Samuel, Dorchester.
Atkinson, Charles M., Boxbury,
Atkinson, Edward, Brookline.
Ayers, John W., Boston.
Bachelder, Samuel, Camhridge,
Bacon, Augustus, Boxhury.
Bacon, "William, "
Bacon, William, Jr., "
Baker, W. P., Quincy.
Ball, S. B., Bort Xorfolk.
Bangs, Edward, Boston.
Barnard, Chas., 2d, W. Newton.
Barnes, Parker, Dorchester.
Bartlett, James, BrooMlne.
Barker, Hiram, Brighton.
Barker, John G., Cambridge.
Bates, Erastus C, "
Bates, Ives G., Boston.
Bayley, Dudley II., ''
Bartholomew, Wm. 'N., Newton Cen
Beck, Frederick, Boston.
Bell, Theodore H., Boxhury.
Bennett, Edmund H., Taunton.
Bennett, Oliver, Framingham.
Benton, Reuben P., Somerville.
Binney, Amos R., Broohline.
Bird, Harrison, "
Bird, John L., Dorchester.
Black, John A., Boxbury.
Blake, G. T., Boston.
Blanchard, Geo. D. B., Maiden.
Bliss, B. K., Springfield.
Blodgett, W. A., Waverley.
Bolles, Matthew, W. Boxbury.
Boott, William, Boston.
Bolton, John B., Somerville.
Bouve, Ephraim W., Boxbury. j,
Bowditch, Azell, "
Bowditch, W. I., BrooMine.
Bowker, Mrs. Howard, Maiden.
Boyd, Francis, Boston.
Brackett, E. A., Winchester.
Bradford, Charles F., Boxbury.
Bradlee, John D., Milton.
Bradlee, J. T., Boston.
Bradstreet, Samuel, Dorchester.
Breck, C. H. B., Brighton.
Breck, Joseph, "
Brewer, Thomas M., Boston.
Briggs, Richard, Brookline.
Brigham, C. B., Grafton.
Brittan, S. A., Boxbury.
Brooks, Addison, Arlington.
Brooks, George, Brookline.
Brookhouse, John H., Somerville.
Brown, A. S., Jamaica Flain.
Brown, Atherton T., Boxbury.
Brown, Frederick, Boston.
Brown, Joseph T., "
Brown, Jona., Jr., Somerville.
Bruce, Benjamin, Brookline.
Bruce, Kath'l F., Stoneham.
Bryant, G. J. F., Boston.
Bullard, Calvin, "
Bullard, Lewis, Dedham.
Burley, Edward, Salem.
Burr, Charles C, Newton.
Burrage, Joseph, Arlington.
Bush, F. T., Weston.
Bush, J. P., Boston.
Cabot, Edward C, Brookline.
Cabot, Joseph S., Salem.
Cairns, Wm., Melrose.
Campbell, Benjamin F., Boston.
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
83
Candler, John W., Broohline.
Carlton, Samuel A., Somerville.
Carter, Maria E., Wohurn.
Carlisle, Ira B., Boston.
Chandler, Henry 11., "
Chadbourne, M. W., Watertoxvn.
Chadwick, Joseph H., Roxbury.
Chafflu, John C, Newton.
Chapman, Moses C, Milton.
Chapin, Geo. 11., Maiden.
Chase, Mrs. C. B., Medford.
Chase, G. Wingate, Dorchester.
Chase, Henry L., Maiden.
Chase, J. C, Camhridgeport.
Chcnery, Winthrop W., Belmont.
Cheney, Arthur, Boston.
Chickering, Horatio, Bedham.
Chilson, G., Boston.
Childs, Alfred A., Dorchester.
Clark, Daniel, Waltham.
Clark, G. W., Maiden.
Clark, Joseph, Canton.
Clark, Joseph W., Dedham.
Clark, Kandolph M., "
Clay, Edward C, Maiden.
Cobb, Edward W., Boston.
Cobb, Jonathan H., Dedham.
Cole, H. Hammond, Chelsea.
Comins, Linus B., Roxhury.
Comley, James, Worcester.
Converse, Joshua P., Wohum.
Converse, James C, Arlington.
Cooke, Isaac, Charlestown.
Copeland, Charles, Wyoming.
Cordwell, G. B., Roxbury.
Crafts, W. A., ^'
Crain, Charles H., Arlington.
Croker, J., Dorchester.
Crosby, Josiah, Arlington.
Cruickshank, J. T., Cambridge.
Cummings, Amos, Jr., Reading.
Cummings, Kathaniel, Boston.
Curtis, D. T., "
Curt,iss,]Charles F., W. Boxbury.
Cutter, Geo. B., Weston.
Dacy, Patrick, Dorchester.
Dalton, Henry L., Boston.
Dana, Francis, Roxbury.
Dana, Luther, Neioton.
Dana, Thomas, Cambridge.
Dane, John H., Broohline.
Daniell, H. W., Boston.
Davenport, Edward, Dorchester.
Davenport, Geo., Dedham.
Davis, Barnabas, Boston.
Davis, Benjamin B., Broohline.
Davis, Seth, W. Newton.
Davis, W. IL, Milton.
Day, Geo. B.,I^os<o«.
Dean, A. J., Roxbury.
Deblois, Stephen G., Boston.
Dennison, E. W., Neictonville.
Dennison, J. N., Boston.
Dexter, Anson, Roxbury.
Dillaway, Charles K., "
Dixwell, J. J., West Roxbury.
Dodge, John F., Charlestown.
Dorr, Geo., Dorchester.
Dowue, Sumner, Maiden.
Doogue, Wm., Boston.
Duncklee, Miss Betsey, Brighton.
Duncklee, Miss Harriet G., "
Dupee, James A., Broohline.
Dutton, Henry W., Boston.
Dutton, Wm. H., "
Dwight, Benjamin F., ■'
Eastburn, John H., Boston,
Eaton, Jacob, Cambridgeport.
Eaton, George, Quincy.
Eaton, Eussell P., Dorchester.
Edmands, J. W., Neivton.
Edson, William, Boston.
Emerson, E. C, "
Emmons, John A., W. Roxbury.
Eustis, James, S. Reading.
Evans, W. J. R., W. Roxbury.
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Evers, Gustave, Wtjoming.
Falconer, James, Roxhury.
Fanner, Elbridge, Arlington.
Farrar, xVbijah, Boston.
Farrier, Amasa, Stoncham.
Fa}', Henry G., BrookUne.
Fay, Isaac, Cambridge.
Fisher, James, Boxhury.
Flyun, Edward, Lawrence.
Foley, Bernard, Boxbnry.
Follen, Chas., Boston.
Forbush, Jonathan, Bolton.
Ford, Elisha B., Boston.
Fowle, II. D., "
Foster, Joshua T., Medford.
Fox, Joseph, JNT. Cambridge.
French, Asa, Braintree.
French, Henry F., Boston.
French, W. E., "
Frink, Chas. T., Boxbury.
Frost, George, W. Newton.
Frost, Rufus S., Chelsea.
Frost, Stiles, W. Newton.
Frothingham, Isaac II., Dorchester.
Furneaux, Charles, Melrose.
Gage, Edmund, Bradford.
Gammell, Jonas, Lexington.
Gardner, John, Dedham.
Gaut, S. K., Somerville.
Gay, Samuel S., Boxbury.
Gay, Timothy, Chelsea.
Gerry, Chas. ¥., Hyde Park Village.
Gibbons, Samuel II., Boston.
Gilbert, J., Boxbury.
Gilbert, John, Boston.
Gilbert, Samuel, Jr., "
Gilman, Arthur, "
Gill, Mrs. E. M., Medford.
Gleason, Herbert, Maiden.
Glover, Edward W., "
Glover, Horatio N., Dorchester.
Goddard, Thomas, Boston.
Goodrich, Daniel O., Boston.
Godbold, G. A., Chelsea.
Grant, Charles E., Boxbury.
Grant, E. B., Belmont.
Gray, John C, Boston.
Gray, "Wm., Jr., Dorchester.
Green, Franklin, Jamaica Plain.
Greenough, D. S., W. Boxbury.
Greemvood, E. H., Newton Centre.
Gregory, James J. II., Marblchead.
Grew, Henry, Dorchester.
Griggs, Charles, Boston.
Guild, Chester, Somerville.
Iladley, T. B., Stoneliam.
Ilalliday, Wm. II., Boston.
Hall, J ere F., Maiden.
Hall, Peter C, Medford.
Hall, Wm. F., BrookUne.
Hall, Wm. T., N. Chelsea.
Haley, Jesse, Cambridgeport.
Harding, Newell, Somerville.
Harrington, Bowen, Lexington.
Harrington, Wm. II., Salem.
Hartwell, Samuel, Lincoln.
Hams, Charles, Cambridge.
Harris, F. L., W. Needham.
Harris, Miss Ellen M., Jamaica PI.
Ilarwood, Daniel, Boston.
Hastings, John, Lexington.
Hatch, Samuel, Boston.
Ilayward, Geo. P., Hingham.
Ilayward, James T., Boxbury.
Ilazelton, H. L., Newton.
Ilealcy, Mark, Lynn.
Heath, Geo. W., Melrose.
Ilersey, Alfred C, Hingham,
Heustis, Warren, Belmont.
Ilewins, Chas. A., Boxbury.
Hill, Benj. D., S. Danvers.
Hill, Henry Y., Belmont.
llilli'ird, (k'O. S., Boston.
Hilton, William, "
Hodgdon, B. L., Arlington,
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
85
Holmes, G. W., Boston.
Hollis, Thomas, . "
Horton, Henry K., "
Holden, Oliver H., W. Newton.
Home, C. F., Watertoion.
Houghton, Francis, Somerville.
Howe, Estes, Cambridge.
Howe, Rufus, Marlborough.
Howe, S. Gr., 8. Boston.
Hubbard, J. W.,
Hunt, Edmund S., Weymouth.
Hunnewell, G. A., W. Newton.
Hutchins, Ezra C, Newton.
Hj'de, George, Charlestown.
Ireland, George W., Somerville.
James, W. E., Jamaica Plain.
Jaques, Geo., Boston.
Jenks, Chas. W., "
Jenks, J. H., "
Jones, George H., Newton.
Jones, Moses, Brookline.
Jordan, Samuel, Andover.
Josselyn, Alonzo, Boxbury.
Keith, W. W., Boston.
Kennard, M. P., Brookllne.
Kennard, Charles W., Boston.
Kendall, Isaac B., Somerville.
Kendall, Jonas, Framingham.
Kendrick, H. P., Longivood.
Kenrick, Miss Anna C, Newton.
Kenrick, John A., "
Kenrick, William, ''
Kermes, C, Melrose.
Kern, Frank V. B., Cambridge.
Kingman, Abner, Boston.
Kittredge, Alvah, Boxbury.
Lake, F. J., Grantville.
Lane, J. C, Boston.
Lang, John H. B., Dorchester.
Langmaid, S, P., Charlestoton.
Langworlhy, I. P., Chelsea.
Lathrop, John, Dedham.
Laughton, Chas. IL, W. Boxbury.
Lee, Francis L., Broohline.
Leavens, E. W., Maiden.
Leavitt, Thomas, S. Maiden.
Leeds, Samuel, S. Boston.
Leonard, George, W. Boxbury.
Leonard, George E., Foxborough.
Leonard, Joseph, Boston.
Lerned, T. P., Cambridge.
Lincoln, Calvin A., Hingham.
Lincoln, F. W., Canton.
Lincoln, F. W., Jr., Boston.
Lincoln, William, "
Little, C. C, "
Livermore, Isaac, Cambrldgeport.
Locke, B. D., Arlington.
Lockwood, R. G., Charlestown.
Loring, Alfred, S. Hingham.
Loring, George B., Salem.
Loring, John A., Boston.
Lothrop, D. W., W. Medford.
Lothrop, Thornton K., Boston.
Low, John J., Boxbury.
Lowell, John, Newton.
Manning, J. W., Beading.
Mann, Benjamin, Boxbury.
Martin, Jeremiah, Melrose.
May, F. W. G., Boston.
McDermott, Andrew, Boxbury.
McDonald, Alexander, Hingham.
McGee, James B., S. Danvers.
Mclntire, James, Maiden.
Mclntire, JOvSeph, Melrose.
Mcintosh, Samuel, Boxbury.
McLarin, xVnthony, W. Boxbury.
McLennan, Alex., Watertown.
McTear, James, Boxbury.
Melcher, Wm. K., Brookline.
Mellen, James, Cambridgeport.
Meriam, John X., "
Merriam, Galen, W. Newton.
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Merrick. John M., Jr., Waliwle.
IMcrrill, S. A., Salem.
Merrill, J. Warren, Camhridgcjyort.
Millar, John L., Boston.
Miller, David, S. Boston.
Miller, "William, E. Boston.
Mills, John F., J>os<o».
Minot, G. R., lioxbury.
Minot, "William, Jr., Boston.
Morancli. Francis, Maiden.
Morris, Thomas D., Boston.
Murray, Daniel C, Watertoion.
Murray, James, Boxbury.
Muzzey, A. B., Cambridge.
Xe\vber3% Wm. B., Dorchester.
Nichols, W. S., Boxhury.
[Noyes, George jS"., Auburndale.
Nudd, Jacob, Camhridgeport.
Nugent, James, Boxbury.
Odiorne, F. H., Maiden.
Oliver, Stephen, Lynn.
Oldreive, John R., Chelsea.
Oldreive, Richard, Newton.
Osgood, Benjamin D., Boston.
Owen, John, Cambridge.
Packer, Charles II., Boxhury.
Page, Edward, Boston.
Paine, Benjamin F., Boxbury.
Parker, Harvey D., Boston.
Pai'ker, John, "
Parker, Charles E., Auburndale.
Parker, James M., Charlestown.
Parker, Nelson, Stoneham.
Park, J. C, Somerville.
I'arsons, Theophilus, Cambridge.
Parsons, "William, Boston.
Palmer, Stevens G., "
Pattee, "William, Arlington.
Patterson, James, Cambridge.
I^vyson, Samuel R., Boxbury.
Penniman, George, Milton.
Pearman, "W. R., Chelsea.
Perkins, S. C, Dorchester.
Perkins, T. Henry, Cohasset.
Pettingill, Thomas S., Brooklhie.
Philbrick, Edward S., "
Phillips, Nathaniel, Dorchester.
Pierce, George, Arlington.
Pierce, Jacob W., Brooldine.
Pij^er, Henry A., Cambridge.
Potter, John C, Neioton.
Power, Chas. J., S. Framingham.
Pratt, J. C, Boston.
Preston, Jonathan, "
Prince, F. O., Winchester.
Putnam, C. A., Salem.
Rand, Geo. C, Newton Centre.
Rand, I. P., Boston.
Ranlett, Charles A., Billerica.
]lawson, "Warren, West Cambridge.
Ray, Edwin, Boxbury.
Rice, Charles, Newton L. F.
Rice, Edward E., Dorchester.
Rice, George W., Boxbury.
Rice, Thomas, Jr., Neioton L, F.
Richards, Francis, Boston.
Richardson, Horace, Framingham.
Rinn, J. B., Dorchester.
Roberts, Edward, Hyde Bark.
Roberts, S. K., Medfard.
Rogers, James E., Chelsea.
Rogers, John F., Cambridge.
Ruggles, John, Brighton.
Russell, George, M. D., Boston.
Russell, G. D., "
Russell, Joseph M., Maiden.
Sanborn, John, Charlestown.
Sanford, H. G., Gloucester.
Sands, Edward, Boston.
Saltonstall, Leverett, "
Sargent, Henry "Winthrop, "
Sarg.int, "Wingatc P., Melrose.
Savage, John, Jr., Somerville.
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
8T
Saville, George, Quincy.
Saville, Richard L., BrooMine.
Sawtell, J. M., Fitchhurg.
Sawyer, John, Grantville.
Schlegel, Adam, Boston.
Scribner, S. S., Maiden.
Scott, George H., Brirjliton.
Seaver, Chandler, Xeedliam.
Shaw, Christopher C, Boston.
Shedd, Abraham B., Brookline.
Simpson, Michael II., Saxonville.
Sleeper, J. S., Boxhury.
Smalhvood, Thomas, Newton.
Smith, George O., Boston.
Smith, J. M.,
Smith, Edmimd, Brighton.
Soule, J. P., Maiden.
Sowle, John, Somcrville.
Spencer, A. W., Dorchester.
Spooner, Wm. H., Jr., W. Boxhury.
Sprague, Charles J., Boston.
Squires, J. P., Arlington.
Stacy, Albert, Concord.
Stanley, John H., Chelsea.
Stanwood, II. B., Boston.
Stauwood, E. Howard, Grantville.
Starbird, Louis D., Maiden.
Stearns, Charles, Broohline.
Stearns, Eichard H., Boston.
Stephenson, John H., "
Stone, Eliphalet, Dedhani.
Stone, P. R. L., Cambridge.
Story, Miss Sarah W., Brighton.
Swan, J. Edwin, Dorchester.
Sweetser, Samuel, Cambridge.
Taylor, S. P., Boston.
Thatcher, Thomas, Jr., Boxhury.
Thompson, G. M., Walthavi.
Tolman, James, Boston.
Torrey, Augustus, Beverly.
Tower, Elisha, Lexington.
Trautman, Martin, Boxhury.
Tucker, James, Jr., Dorchester.
Turner, N". W., South 3Ialden.
Tuttlc, Samuel J., Boston.
Underwood, William J., Belmont.
Van Voorhies, II. W., S. Maiden.
Vandine, Henry, Camhridgeport.
Vila, James, Boston.
Yose, Robert, Jr., Dorchester.
Wales, AVilliam, Dorchester.
Walker, Charles II., Chelsea.
Walker, Joseph T., Boxhury.
Walker, Wm. P., Somerville.
Wallis, William, Boston.
Walsh, George, Charlesioion.
Walsh, .James, Cambridge.
Ward, Edward A., "
Ware, P. P. P., South Maiden.
Warren, Samuel D., Waltham.
Warren, Washington, Chelsea.
Washburn, Alexander C, Boston.
Washburn, E. F., Neponset.
Washburn, j^ehemiah, Brookline.
Washburn, G. W. C, Boxhury.
Watson, David, Maiden.
Weatherbee, Comfort, Dedham.
Webster, J. R., M. D., Milton.
Weightman, W. S., Boston.
Weld, Aaron D., W. Boxhury.
Wellington, Joseph O., Belmont.
Wellington, Joseph Y., Cambridge.
Wells, Benjamin T., Boston.
West, W. C, Maiden.
Westgate, J. E., Melrose.
Westgate, Miss S. C, "
Wetherell, Chas. M., Maiden.
Wetherell, John G., Dorchester.
Wheeler, Anna C, Camhridgeport.
Wheeler, Lewis, Cambridge.
Wheeler, S. L., Newton Centre.
Wheildon, William W., Concord.
Whitcomb, William B., Medford.
White, K. B., Dedham.
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Whituoy, Joel, Winchester.
"Whittemore, J. F., Arlington.
"Wilder, Charles F., Grantville.
■\Villcox, "Wm. II., Eeacling.
■\Villiain8, Dudley, Jamaica riain.
AVilliams, Elijah, Boston.
"Williams, John E., Jamaica Plain.
AVilliams, Stephen, lioxhury.
AVilson, Elisha T., Boston.
AVilson, George W., Maiden.
AVilson, B. O., Watcrtoicn.
"Wiswall, Henry M., "
Wood, Edmund M., Boston.
AVoodford, Joseph II., J^^cwton.
"Woodnuan, G'. F,, West lioxhury.
"Wolcott, J. ^V., "
Young, "Wilhvood, Fall liiver.
Zirngiebel, D., Necdhain.
EXTRACTS FROM BY-LAWS,
SECTIOK" XXV.— Life Membeks.
The payment of thirty dollars shall constitute a Life Membership,
and exempt the member from all future assessments. And any member
having once jiaid an admission fee, may become a Life Member by the
payment of twenty dollars in addition thereto.
SECTION XXVI. — Admission Fee and Annual Assessment.
Every subscription member, before he receives his Diploma, or exer-
cises the privileges of a member, s'lall pay the sum of ten dollars as an
admission fee, and shall be subject afterwards to an annual assessment
of two dollars.
SECTION XXVIIL— Discontinuance of Membership.
Any member who shall neglect, for the sjiace of two years, to pay his
annual assessment, shall cease to be a member of the Society ; and the
Treasurer shall erase his name from the list of members. * * * *
The attention of Annual Members is directed to Section XXVIIL,
above. By an early remittance the Treasurer will be saved much time
in making collections.
Erratum. — Page 48, 2d and 3d lines from bottom, for " Boston Market" read
Gen. Grant."
TRANSACTIONS
y assat|usetts fortitultural ^addi
THE YEAR 1868.
BOSTON:
HENRY W. BUTTON & SON, PRINTERS
90 AND 92 Washingtoh Strkkt.
1869.
CONTENTS.
Report of the Committee on Fruits, 1
Premiums and Gratuities awarded, 12
Report of the Committee on Plants and Flowers, - - - 21
Premiums and Gratuities awarded, 34
Report of the Committee on Vegetables, 58
Premiums and Gratuities awarded, 62
Report of the Committee on Gardens, 69
Report of the Committee on the Library, 83
Report of the Finance Committee, 89
Report on Seeds from Northern India, 93
Address op the President, James F. C. Hyde, . . . . gg
Members of the Society — For Life, 99
Annual, 106
Extracts from By-Laws, - - - 113
Officers and Standing Committees of the Society foe 1869, , 114
KEPOETS.
EEPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON EEUITS,
For the Year 18C8.
W. C. STROJNf}. CHAIRMAN.
It seems to be a wise custom, in connection with our list of premiums
awarded, also to place upon record the fresh experience of the year and
to add such suggestions as may have been gathered by the peculiarities
of the season. Such records, covering along series of years, would form
a practical basis, from which alone safe theories might be constructed.
We are not accustomed to make such extended observations, or enter so
much into detail, as might be desirable, in order fully to attain the result
spoken of, yet the brief and general survey of the year may be of some
service to this end.
The winter of 18G7-8 was more than usually severe, and in many
places the Bartlett Pear, for exami:)le, was seriously injured, and this, as
also some other varieties blackened and died in midsummer, from the
effect of the winter's cold. In some cases, also, the more hardy kinds of
grapes were winter-killed. In addition, the spring proved to be extra-
ordinarily backward, so much so that on the 1st of June it was thought
that the Grape crop would not ripen. The Avhole period covering the
blossoming of the Peach, Cherry, Pear and Apple was also excessively
wet. As a consequence many varieties did not set a sufficient quantity
of fruit. Still the jirofusion of bloom, which was quite marked,
especially with the Apple, prevented any serious lack. We may say
then that the prospect for fruit on the 1st of June was by no means
flattering. Yet the result which crowns a year of such adverse circum-
stances should give renewed confidence in the success of fruit culture
in our section.
The experience of the year teaches the importance of securing every
condition to success, for each variety of fruit. It is observed that the
farmer who enriches his fields with a plentiful supply of stable manure
is seldom heard to complain of drought. And if his land is well
underlaid with tiles he talks very little about excessive wet. He is to a
degree independent of extremes; all seasons are good seasons to him.
So with the fruit culturist, let him secure all possible conditions and he
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is measurably independent of circumstances, the adverse seasons even
proving a benefit to him, because of the enhanced price of his fruits.
As an illustration, take the case of Mr. Daniel Clark of "VValtham, who
exhibited as fine specimens of Concord Grapes as can ever be found in
the most favored seasons, in the best sections for the vine. These were
grown in open cultxii'e, without any protection except a ledge of rock for a
trellis; were fully ripe September 11th, and were so superb as to be in de-
mand at three times the ordinary price of Grapes. Here is a result, in one
of the most adverse years ever experienced with the Grape, the time of
ripening being also advanced at least ten days from the average of years.
It will be said that the situation was peculiarly favorable. Pre-
cisely so, and this is the point we wish to bring to notice. These
peculiarly favorable conditions should engage the constant attention
of the culturist. These are synonj-mes of success. Peculiarly
favorable situations make the price of the vineyards of the Khine
to reach a point which to an American cultivator would seem quite
extravagant. The Langon, St. Julien vineyard of 100 acres, sold for
!51,300 per acre in 1851. Mouton sold in 1853 at §3,629 per acre.
These are .in the Bordeaux district. Favorite localities on the Rhine
are seldom sold, but are estimated as high as $8,000 to ii?10,000 per acre
in the settlement of estates. If then there is such a determined value
for the choice spots exactly suited for the requirements of the vine, in
Europe, why should not we seek for and prize the sunny hill-side ledges,
of which there are thousands in our Commonwealth similar to Mr. Clark's,
which could be made, Avith equal certainty, to produce similar results?
Xor is this suggestion applicable to the Grape alone. Every fruit
has its conditions. And it is only by a careful study of the pecul-
iarities and requirements of each that the highest resxilts and the
most complete success can be attained. Though this truth is so obvious,
yet it is also true that very few jierfect trials in fruit culture have yet
beea made 4n this country. This work has generally been subordinate
to other occupations, and the orchard has been located on the homestead
without special regard to the fitness of the means to the end in view.
A prominent example may illustrate this fact. Ex-President Wilder
has given his jiear orchard a reputation the countr}^ over, and he has
made his experiment a decided success. Yet he located his orchard on
a hard, rocky soil, by no means naturally adapted to the pear, and he
;ha8 always said that the fruit obtained from his soil has come by main
•.force. The location was chosen because of its nearness to his residence.
EFIis then is b}' no means a full illustration of what can be done with the
Pear. In order to the best results with the Pear, the i:)recise soil, a clay
loam, retentive yet friable, with a porous, or else a most thorough and
deeply drained sub-soil, a level, humid tract, not exposed to dry and
exhausting winds, in short the precise spot is to be cho'sen, without
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regard to convenience and nearness to the homestead. Herein lies the
secret of the fact that Cambridge carries away three-fourths of our
Pear prizes, year after year. Her soil, her low, level tract so near to
the water, and yet so well drained, secure to her such advantages that
only good culture is necessary to produce the largest results.
Now the conclusion from this is not that the general culture of a
variety of fruits is impracticable and must be abandoned. Very far
from this. Our soil and our climate permit a fair degree of success
wherever ordinary opportunities are secured. Again, the great pro-
portion of home grown fruit is for home use, and the producer is more
than content with ordinary size and average success. Probably it is a
more general custom in Massachusetts than in any other state of our
country that each owner of a freehold has a few Pear and Apple trees,
two or three Grape Vines, and the complement of small fruits. This is
a wise economy, resulting in moral and social, as well as pecuniary
gain. Still it is desirable for our large city markets that the most
extensive, practical and scientific experiments in fruit culture be
attempted. With the Apple, for example, (a long and too tedious
experiment for most men of enterprise) how desirable is it that men of
capital should select some extensive pasture slopes, of which our State
furnishes an ample supply, such as are just suited for this fruit; so far
removed from city precincts as never to be endangered by the fever of
land speculations. An orchard planted on a site thus selected, and
being sufficiently extensive to require the constant care of a judicious
cultivator, would surely be a source of pride and profit to the owner,
and, in itself and in its influence, a public benefaction.
The Apple is mentioned, because so many have been discouraged
with this fruit. But it is folly to enumerate the many failures. A
hundred failures do not prove so much as one decided success. If the
Messrs. Clapp can keep a perfectly healthy and productive apple orchard
in the very centre of the cankerworm district, so ca« we all, if we put
forth the same energy, and secure the same conditions of success. If
Mr. Wellington can this year and continually produce, in open air, as
superb Isabella grapes as ever ripened on the banks of the Ohio, the
same result is possible to each of us, just as surely as is the axiom sure
that like causes produce like effects.
The main lesson which we would draw from the adverse influences
of the season, from the many failures and the honorable and decided
exceptions, is this, that we study with more care the requirements of
each kind of fruit, and, wherever extended culture is intended, for
market purposes, that the location be selected solely Avith reference to
the adaptedness of the site to the particular fruit determined upon; that
whenever we are compelled to choose a site not naturally adapted to
the various kinds desired, our first aim should be to make as near an
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approach to the demands of nature as is possible; and that, under
seriously adverse circumstances, we be content if we can secure a
sufficiency for home supply, and this of moderate quality, and never
allow ourselves to Judge by our meagre results that fruit culture as a
business, and under the best conditions, is a failure.
In noting the novelties and the varieties which have come under our
observation we take them in the order of the season. The exhibition of
forced fruits was more limited than it should be: the Peaches of
Mr, C. S. Holbrook being the only superior specimens, and of these
it is sufticient praise to say that they maintained their accustomed
standard of excellence. "VVe may safely say they are a permanent and
reliable crop.
The Strawberry, our most humble, is also one of our most important
fruits. As an early acid for the system its importance cannot be over-
estimated, and its ease of management, not requiring twenty or thirty
feet of ladder, in order to be reached, like the coy cherry for example,
also its quick and abundant return of results, — these are considerations
which place it in the front rank. Ilovey's Seedling maintains its
position among market men. Wilson is steadily gaining upon Boston
prejudice, in spite of its poor quality. No other variety is so in'olific,
hardy and uniform, and sugar does in a measure correct its quality.
Jenny Lind is earliest, and j'et, for some reason, has tallen into disuse.
La Constante and Triomi^he de Gand are kept for the prizes, the latter
also being retained by many as a general crop. Jucunda disappointed
the expectations of most on its first year of trial. This season it
has gained friends, and many good judges regard it favorably.
Agriculturist is poor in quality and ajipearance, is unproductive, and
will take its place on the rejected list. A seedling, raised by Mr. Wm.
Underwood, from La Constante, and of the tj'^pe of its parent, was
more vigorous and more hardy, though smaller, than La Constante,
and may prove t» be desirable. A fine dish of Ilautbois was exhibited
by Mr. J. B. Moore, asking for a name. Though unusually large it
was probably La Belle Bordelaise, a variety of which many would be
fond, and which deserves more extended culture for home use.
By invitation from Col. Wilder, your Committee visited his estate on the
7th of .July, for the purpose of inspecting his beds of seedling Strawberries,
especially the one which he has designated as 'No. 1.3. AVithout dAvelling
upon the many objects of interest and the bountiful hospitality of our
ho.it, we confine our report to the Strawberries in question. We found
the seedlings growing in several locations in beds from one to three
years old, and in proximity to standard varieties, such as the Ilovey,
the La Constante, and the Triomphe de Gand. All the beds seemed to
be under good but not extraordinary culture; the older kinds yielding
only an average crop. Seedling No. 60 compared very favorably with
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the Hovej; but it does not at present sufficiently indicate suiDeriority to
older kinds to require a more extended description than has been given
in previous reports. It should here be stated, that, during the absence
of Col. Wilder in Euroj^e, by some misunderstanding the JiTos. 13 and
60 were interchanged in our report of last season. The description of
No. 13, as given in the report, belongs to 'No. 60,* and vice versa. The
varieties are quite distinct, and are entirely separate in the grounds of
Col. Wilder.
No. 13 was the chief object of interest, and fully maintained the
reputation of two previous years. As there are many indications that
La Constante is one of its parents (though there are also strong points
of difference), we may with propriety compare it with this variety.
In health and strength of foliage, the beds of No. 13 were in marked
contrast. In quantity of fruit, there was the same contrast, the amount
on La Constante being small, as is usual; while there was a great
profusion on all the beds of No. 13 growing side by side. The foliage
seemed to be just sufficient to secure the uniform maturity of all the
berries. A marked peculiarity in the quality of No. 13 is a distinct
Hautbois flavor, not too strong to be objectionable to any taste, and
which Avill be most agreeable to those who are fond of this flavor.
As there is not a trace of this flavor either in La Constante, Hovey,
Triomphe, and the varieties which have surrounded it and from which
it sprang, it is singular that this aroma, so noticeable both in taste and
fragrance, should be found in the offspring. This Seedling has only
been fruited on the grounds of the origiiiator. and it is not safe to
give a positive opinion as to its adaptedness to the various soils and
climates of our country. And yet we may say that we have seen it for
three successive years in various localities under Col. Wilder, and can-
not doubt that it is hardy, vigorous, highly productive ; of largest size,
superior in quality, beautiful in appearance, firm enough for market
purposes; and, should it sustain the character with other cultivators
which is indicated on the estate of the originator, it will prove to be the
most valuable of the many contributions which Mr. Wilder has made to
horticulture, and will worthily bear his name. With his permission, we
are authorized to, and do hereby, name his strawberry seedling. No. 13,
" The President Wilder."
Cherries. — This fruit continues to be scarce, and it is doubtful if it
will again become abundant in our market. The cost of picking is a
* The Report for 1S67 should read as follows : " The favorable opinion entertained last year of
the seedling Strawberry of Hon M. P. Wilder — a cross between La Constante and Hovey's
Seedling, and now designated as No. 13 — is confirmed this season. The fruit is of the largest size,
of good flavor, in appearance a medium between its parer ts, not so polished or glazed, and with
seeds more embedded than in La Constante. An examination of the bed gave indications of vigor
and decided productiveness."
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serious consideration. Still this is almost the only cost, and certainly
would be readily met, provided we could have the crops of former 3'ears.
For home use, at least, the Cherry must have a place. Bhiok Tartarean
took our first prize, as is usual. But we must caution the public that
this variety is by no means as hardy or as. certain as man}' other kinds
of fair quality.
Currants. — La Versaillaise has miiformly taken the first prize, and
is first on the list. Red and White Dutch are still standard kinds.
In view of the growing scarcity of this health-giving fruit, and its
enhanced price in our market, our culturists would do well to extend
their plantations, remembering to provide a generous supply of manures
retentive of moisture; cultivating the ground as carefully as for Pears,
and guarding against all approaches of the currant worm. Nearly
all our gardens are infested by this pest. The eggs of this worm are
deposited singly on the branches, and near the buds. As soon as
hatched, the worm penetrates to the pith, upon which it feeds, until the
month of June, when it escapes as a moth to deposit another batch of
eggs. It is manifestly impracticable to reach the borer when burrowed
in the stem, secretly desti'oying the heart of the bushes. But it has
been asserted that the api^lications of air-slacked lime, plaster, ashes, or
even super-phosphates, and whale oil soap upon the foliage and stems
of the bushes, have been found to be destructive of the pest. Without
having had experience, Ave suggest that these remedies are probably
eftectual only against the whiged moth, which aj^pears about the middle
of June, and she may be prevented from depositing her eggs, either by
the offensive odors, or by the gritty dust of the lime and plaster which
is fixed by the dews. Whether these remedies are effectual, or not, of
this we are confident that good culture Avill insure good results.
Raspberries. — Knevetfs Giant is still the leading and the prize kind.
Clarke has fruited with us, and is regarded as very hardy, vigorous and
promising, but its qualities can be more definitely determined another
season. The Philadelphia will never appear as an exhibition fruit, and
its size is much against it as a market fruit. Its marked productiveness
and hardiness will commend it to many. Will not the increasing
scarcity and the very high price of the Raspberry in the Boston market
induce many to attempt the supply of this want.
Blackberries.— On the 8th of August Mr. R. R. Fletcher exhibited the
Wachuset Blackberry, which is called thornless. It is similar in
shape to the Dorchester, but not as large nor as sweet, though the
specimens exhibited were not quite ripe, and probably not the best of
the kind. It is claimed to be very productive and hardy. It cannot be
said to be thornless, yet the evil is essentially mitigated, in comparison
with common kinds. On this account it deseiwes trial. The culture of
the older kinds is decreasing, but newer varieties bid fair to increase the
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interest in this fruit. Neither the Kittatinny, Wilson, nor Missouri
Mammoth have been exhibited, and we can form no opinion of their
merits. The interest in these fruits is by no means as extensive with us
as it is in the vicinity of New York and Philadelphia. Indeed it would
seem that the enthusiasm of that section was be3'ond the bounds of
moderation. There is a limit in the amount which can be cared for,
which limit was exceeded by many fruit growers in New Jersey the
past season, large quantities of strawberry and other small fruits being
allowed to perish for want of pickers. Notwithstanding the positive
assertions of those who have the plants to sell, there is also a limit to
the demand in our markets, which limit was passed this season in New
York, when strawberries were dull at eight cents per quart at whole-
sale. With the present price of labor they cannot be produced for any
such sum. The cultivated Blackberry, however, is not at all likely to
be so abundant as to overstock the market. It is also to be borne in
mind that the e3'stem for distributing fruit to consumers is by no means
perfect, and that an absolute dearth may exist in many places while a
glut may occur in other sections, for want of facilities in picking, for-
waixiing, or selling to consumers at anything like the wholesale rates.
Gooseberries. — The Mountain Seedling was first among American
kinds. Very fine English Green Gage were exhibited by Mr. G. A.
Godbold, showing what are the possibilities with this fruit.
Pears. — The early kinds, Madeline and Doyenne d'Ete appeared
August 1st. Beurre Giffard took the first prize August 15th. Rostiezer
was best August 29th, and again superior September 5. Clapp's Favorite
was also superior on this day, and its value and excellence is fully con-
firmed. It must be picked early, decidedly earlier than the Bartlett,
and invariably ripened for ten days in the house, in order to ol^tain its
good qualitj'. At the Annual Exhibition in September the collection
of Pears was large and fine, a credit to any state or country, though
perhaps not equal to what we have seen in former years. Among the
most attractive varieties, and of superior quality, we may name the
Bartlett, Clapp, Duchesse, Sheldon, Mt. Vernon, Bosc, Beurre Hardy,
Seckel, Louise Bonne, Beurre d'Anjou, Swan's Orange, Superfin, and
Beurre Clairgeau. A seedling Pear, from Albert Breese of Vermont,
much resembling the Glout Morceau, and yet fully rijie September 19th,
is worthy of trial.
At the Monthly Exhibition, October 10th, the best single dish of
Pears was the Sheldon, Urbaniste was second, and Beurre Bosc was
third. For Winter Pears the award was made November 14th, the first
prize being taken by Caen de France, the second by Lawrence, and the
third by Beurre d'Aremberg. The Mount Vernon of Messrs. Walker
was also very fine, equal to any specimens we have ever before seen.
Dr. Shurtleff"'s Seedling Pear, General Grant, was again tested. It is of
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fair quality, a little coarse, and with a slight tendency to rot at the core.
Its large size and fine appearance may make it desirable. We need only
add, nnder this head, that each season confirms the opinion that the Pear
is at home in Massachusetts.
The Apple. — We are glad to report an excellent crop of this most
important fruit. It is true our orchards have sadly diminished in the
Eastern portion of the State within a few years, and many of those
■which remain have been seriously and probably permanently injured
bj' the ravages of the cankerworm. Yet this last &\\\ has been less
felt than usual during the past year. While this is a source of congratu-
lation to the negligent, the diligent orchardist rejoices in the health and
vigor of his trees, which, by his care, have been kept in thrift, and which
now yield a return, reminding us of the abundance of the past. There
can be no doubt that our soil and climate are eminently fitted for the
growth of the Apple in its highest state of excellence. It is to be
regi'etted that the returns from this crop requii'e so many years, such
long and patient waiting, that young men, in this age of'rapid enterpi-ise,
are deterred from embarking in its culture. It is true that an abundant
reward may be expected to follow a jiidicious culture on land not held
at high prices, even during the Tifetime of the planter. Still it is also
true that he will get but a moiety of the crop, at the most; the best part
of his orchard, if properly cared for, will be left for the succeeding
generation. It is for this reason that it may be worthy of consideration
Avhether the State should in some way encourage the plantation of the
Apple, as it may also of Forest Trees. Can there be a doubt that it
would result in public gain if generous and permanent prizes should be
offered by the State and by our Societies for extensive and well kept
Apple Orchards, as well as for the products? In this connection it is
to be remembered that the Paradise stock has done very much in
mitigation of this difficulty of time. The Dwarf Apple is indeed a
great acquisition, for family use, performing the same office for this
fruit as the Quince does for the Pear. It will require the same care, the
same regular and full suj^ply of food, constant watching lest the top
should outgrow, overtax and .overload the root, but Avith this reasonable
care it will give equally as satisfying and bountiful results. No sight
in the fruit garden can be more beautiful than a well formed and evenly
loaded dwarf Astrachan, or Williams, the highest fruit being within easy
reach from the ground. While the standard Apple, when in its prime,
produces such immense quantities, and the price consequently rules low,
we do not attach the same importance to the dwarf Apple that we do
to the dwarf Pear, still it is of far more value to small families than is
generally supposed. It develops early, within two or three years from
planting; it gives a moderate — a family supply of each kind; it occupies
but little room in the garden, and its size renders it comparatively easy
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 9
to protect it from disease. For all small gardens ■we would advise the
planting of dwarf Apples, at least of the early varieties, for family-
use, until the winter kinds can be purchased in quantity at low rates.
The first Exhibition of Apples was on the 8th of August, at which
time there was a good display of the early standard kinds, the Harvest,
River, Astrachan and Williams. From this time, throughout the season,
and esi)ecially at the Annual Exhibition,- the display was extensive and
excellent in quality. Williams was first for summer, Gravenstein was
first for fall, and Northern Spy was first for winter. The excellence in
quality, and the superior si^ecimens of the Spy overcame its low point
of unproductiveness and other undesirable habits for general culture.
Specimens of Grimes' Golden Pippen were exhibited December oth,
which were of fine appearance, and the quality was very agreeable.
"\V^e regard it as promising.
The Grape. — All will agree that the season has been extremely
unpropitious for this crop. Still we have had a fair exhibition of this
fruit on our tables, and many fields have yielded a moderate return,
from the more hardy varieties. Some marked instances of success have
been noticed. Messrs. Davis & Bates, and also Mr. S. G. Damon,
have exhibited fine collections, including the more tender and diflicult
varieties, illustrating the advantage of close fences for protection. The
Grape does not flourish with that spontaneity that we notice on the
shores of Lake Erie, or the Ohio River. We do not propose to compete,
when we receive Grapes from tlie West which are sold at the rate of
$100 to .$160 per ton, as has been the case in the Boston market this fall.
iN'either is there any occasion. Our fruit is generally in better condition
for retailing; it comes to the market before the heavy glut from the
West comes on, and the lowest price, the past autumn, has been .S12 per
100 Ujs. at wholesale, for Concords of fair quality. This result has been
attained when the season has been precisely the reverse, at the West,
and unusually favorable for the Grape. We may say again, in view of
these facts, there is no reason for discouragement. There is need of care
and judgment, but we do not admit less confidence than in former years.
With varieties we must exercise extreme caution.
On the 11th of September the first Grapes were exhibited, Daniel
Clark showing a very fine dish of Concords, as before noticed. Their
early maturity was undoubtedly owing to the radiated heat of the rocks
over which they were trained. Gen. George H. Gordon of Framingham
exhibited, on this day, very fine clusters of ripe Grapes, calling for a
name. They resembled the Hartford, but were very superior, if, in
reality, they were Ilartfords. The majority of your Committee do not
entertain a doubt that the Framingham, so called, is identical with the
Hartford, or else a seedling, so closely resembling its parent in quality
and habits as to be undeserving a separate name. The exhibition of
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fruit of the " Main" Grape confirms our previous opinion that it is the
Concord. There can be no doubt of this, and though the persistent sale
of an old variety under a new name is a very plain question in ethics,
jet the Concord has such sterling excellences that the public suffers
less, in this case, than with the majority of really new kinds.
Israella and Adirondac took the i^rize, Sept. 11th, as the best early
Grapes on exhibition. Different cultivators entertain precisely opposite
opinions respecting the Adirondac. With some it is too tender for the
■winter, too subject to mildew, and in quality lacks character. But in
positions which ai'e favorable, the quality must be allowed to be very
agreeable, and it is not strange that in such cases it should be pronounced
the best early grape.
At our Annual Exhibition the display of Grapes was good, though not
equal to many seasons. "VVe confine our report to the comparatively
new kinds. Stephen Underbill of Croton Point, N. Y., exhibited seed-
lings which deserve special attention, on account of their fine appearance
and superior quality. A white Grape, a cross of "White Chasselas with
Delaware, somewhat resembling the Rebecca, is evidently early, very
sweet, and of good qua ity, and is said to be hardy, vigorous and pro-
ductive. Another cross of Concord and Chasselas much resembled
White Frontignan in the appearance of bunch and berry. The quality
was brisk, juicy, vinous, and, if fully ripe, we should say superior.
Another cross of Concord and iilack Prince resembles the latter, is
firm and crisp but probably too late for us. Another of the same parent-
age, not quite so large, with long and shouldered bunch, was brisk, juicy
and good, resembling the Prince in quality and appears to be fully as
early as the Concord. Yet another, from the same, was dead ripe, and
doubtless is as early as the Hartford. It was sweet, juicy, with a slight
Catawba aroma, and though some of the others may exceed it in quality,
yet it will rank at least as "very good," and, on account of its earliness,
it may be the most promising. Mr. Underhill is an experienced culti-
vator and a careful observer, and his commendation of the habits of
these products of his careful experiments is an assurance that we may
hope for varieties of permanent value from these unusually promising
seedlings. Arnold's Hybrids, black and white, long, loose bunches,
berries small, having, to a considerable degree, the characteristics of the
Clinton, which is understood to be one of the parents, — these were exhib-
ited by Rev. W. H. Wilcox. Our season has been unfavorable for them,
and probably they were not fair specimens. The introducer of the
Walter Grape exhibited a beautiful case of this fruit. The bunches and
berries were larger than our best Delaware, of which we had superior
specimens. The quality was not quite equal, not so tender as Dela-
ware, but still very good. We can form no opinion as to its time of
ripening and its habits, as it is understood to be carefully guarded and
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 11
not brought into comparison with other kinds. If it shall prove to be
early, hard}', vigorous and productive, it will be valuable.
Mr. James Cruikshank again exhibited the Fedora, a seedling of the
Chasselas type, Avhich he regards as more capable of enduring our
climate. It has been cultivated in Chelsea for some years past. This
year was a severe test for it, and its appearance was creditable under
adverse circumstances. ^. B. "VYhite exhibited a seedling resembling
Kogers No. 4, not ripe, but large, and sweeter than was expected. This
may improve in a favorable season,. and is worthy of careful trial. As
before stated, some fine bunches of the Delaware were exhibited, espe-
cially those of Mr. W. II. Barnes. The vines of Mr. S. G. Damon, of
this variety, were healthy, and remarkably well loaded with clusters.
Still, we can only recommend the Delaware for positions having the
shelter of buildings, or of high, close fences. A small bunch of Eumelan
was received from Dr. Grant, Oct. 7th. It was well set, with black,
round berries, of medium size; skin thin, but of much strength, pulp
melting, moderately juicy, a very agreeable sub-acid Avith no foxiness,
but not of high flavor. Its value depends upon the three essential qual-
ities for our climate, namely, health, earliness and productiveness.
Foreign Grapes were in good supply and of good quality at the
Annual Exhibition, but there has been a decided lack of Forced Grapes.
This decline in interest is to be regretted, since there is no fruit which is
more easy of culture, and none other which attains to the highest excel-
lence in quality under glass.
We call attention to the award of the special prize of $G0 to Messrs.
F. & L. Clapp, for the best seedling Pear, the " Clapp's Favorite," after
a trial of five years.
Respecting the change in the award of premiums on special days, and
also the monthly exhibitions in the fall, 3'our Committee are confirmed in
the fiivorable opinion expressed last year. We anticipate an increased
interest in the exhibitions during the following season.
With the annexed Award of Premiums, this Report is respectfully
submitted, by
W. C. Strong,
P. B. HOVEY,
E. A. Brackett,
D. T. Curtis,
a. c. bowditch,
Hervey Davis,
John M. Merrick, Jr.,
Fruit Committee.
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PETZES FOR FRITITS DURING THE SEASON
June C.
Forced Peaches. — For the best dish of Early Crawford, to
C. S. Holbrook, S5 00
For the second best dish of Cooledge's Favorite, to C. S.
Holbrook, - - - - - - - 3 00
Early Strawberries. — Gratuity to Davis & Bates, - 2 00
June 13.
Early Strawberries. — For the best two quarts, to George
Hill, for Jenny Lind, 5 00
For Boston Pine, a Gratuity to James Comley, - - 2 00
For Forced Peaches, a Gratuity to C. S. Holbrook, - - 200
Rose and Strawberry Exhibition, June 24 and 25.
Strawberries in Baskets. — For the best four quarts, to
William P. Walker, - - - - - 25 00
For the best six varieties, to J. B. Moore, for Hovey, Scott,
Jucunda, Agricultxirist, Lennig's White, and Wilson,
For the second best six varieties, to James Comley,
For the best four varieties, to J. W. Foster, for Wilson, Lady
of the Lake, Jenny Lind, and Triomphe de Gaud,
For the best Brighton Pine, to George Hill, - - -
" Agriculturist, to Warren Heustis,
" Jucunda, to J. B. Moore, _ . _
" Boston Pine, to Davis & Bates, - - -
" Cremont, to Thomas Young, _ - .
A Gratuity was awarded to J. B. Moore, for Ilautbois,
June 27.
Gratuities awarded:
To J. AV. Foster, for Jenny Lind, . - - -
Wm. P. Walker, for Triomphe, ... -
Geo. Hill, for Hovey's, _ _ - - -
J. B. Moore, for Collection, - - - - -
C. X. Brackett, for Brighton Pine, - - - -
July 11.
Cherries.— For the best Black Tartarean, to I. H. Frothingham,
For the best Black Eagle, to James Nugent,
Gratuities awarded :
To J. W. Foster, - - - . -
C. E. Grant, -------
Bowen Harrington, ..----
P. Stone, - - -
25 00
15 00
20 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
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July 18.
For the best Currants, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, for La Yersaillaise,
For the second best, to James Nugent, for the same, -
For the best Kaspberries, to J. "\V. Foster, for Knevett's,
For the best Cherries, to Phineas Stone, for Black Tartarean,
Gratuity to J. AY. Foster, for Dana's "White Currant,
" to J. E. M. Gilley, for Collection of Cherries, -
July 25.
Gratuities awarded:
To ^V. II. Barnes, for La Yersaillaise Currants, '
Francis Dana for do. and Dana's White Currant,
F. & L. Clapp, for La Versaillnise Currant,
Thos. S. Pettingill for Seedling Cherry, resembling Downer's
Late, _.-....
August 1.
Gooseberries. — For the best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, for Moun-
tain Seedling, .__.._
Gratuities awarded:
To Davis & Bates, for Doyenne d'Ete Pears, - . -
J. L. Bird, for Madeliue Pears,
B. B. Davis, for " ^ . _ . .
J. E. M. Gilley, for " " ....
H. Vandine, for Doyenne d'Ete Pears, _ . _
W. H. Barnes, for La Yersaillaise Currants,
August 8.
Gratuities awarded:
To G. A. Godbold, for fine English Gooseberries,
E. R. Fletcher, for Wachuset Blackberries, - - -
Geo. W. Willis, for Red Astrachan Apples, - - -
Edward Davenport, for Early Harvest Apples,
Bowen Harrington, for Collection of Apples,
George Emerson, for Red Astrachan, . . -
J. P. Bush, for ""----
Benjamin P. Davis, for Early Pears, _ _ .
J. E. M. Gilley, for u u ...
Henry Yandine, for a u ...
George Walsh, for Black Currants, - - - -
August 15.
Pears. — For the best dish, to Davis & Bates, for Beurre Giffard,
For the second best, to B. B. Davis, for " **•
For the third best, to I. H. Frothingham, for " "
For the best collection of tive varieties, to Henry Yandine, -
Gratuities awarded:
To John Hill, for Early Peaches, ....
Bowen Harrington, for Collection of Apples,
S3 00
2 00
4 00
*3 00
1 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
2 CO
3 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
6 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
2 00
2 00
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Gratuities awarded:
To Henry Yandine, for Collection of Apples, - - $2 00
J. W. Foster, for "
George B. Cutter, for "
^^ames Eustis, for "
I. Frothinghara, for "
J. P. Bush, for "
Geo. Emerson, for "
J. B. Loomis, for "
Francis Skinner, for "
Wari'en Heustis, for "
August 22.
Early Apples. — For the best dish, to W. H. Barney, for Red
Astrachan, -------
For the second best, to J. W. Foster, for Bed Astrachan, -
For the third best, to F. & L. Clapp, for Early Bough,
For the best display, to J. W. Foster, ...
Pears. — For the best dish, to John E. Ilodgkins, for Bloodgood,
For the 2d best dish, to H. Yandine, for Manning's Elizabeth,
Grafuities awarded:
To Henry Yandine, for Plums and Pears, - - .
Daniel Clark, for Apples, - - . . .
John A. Kenrick, for Peaches, ....
B. B. Davis, for Pears and Apples, ....
C. A. Willis, for Apples, . - . . .
M. P. Wilder, for Pears and Peaches, ...
E. C. Stevens, for Pears and Apples,
B. Harrington, for Apples, - . - - .
Asa Clement, " _ . _ - .
Geo. B. Cutter, "
G. Merriam, " . . . . -
F. & L. Clapp, "
August 29.
Pears. — For the best dish, to J. B. Loorais, for Eostiezer,
Plums. — For the best dish, to H. Yandine, for Green Gage, -
For the second best, to the same, for Yellow Gage,
For the best collection, to the same, - - - -
Figs. — For the best, to Walker «& Co., for Brown Turkey,
Gratuities awarded:
To Davis & Bates, for fine Early Crawford Peaches, -
J. W. Foster, for Red Astrachan, . . . -
J. E. M. Gillcy, for collection, ....
B. Harrington, " _ . _ . -
W. A. Crafts,
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
6 r>0
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
4 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 15
Gratuities awarded:
To J. P. Bush, SI 00
Walker & Co., 1 00
Samuel Sweetser, - - - - - -100
E. C. Stevens, 1 00
September 5.
For best Peaches, to William A. Crafts, for Red Rareripe, - 5 00
Gratuities awarded:
To James M. Codman, for fine display of Peaches, Nectarines
and Plums, -_....
H. Vandine, for Plums and Pears, - - -
J. E. M. Gilley, for Pears,
F. & L. Clapp, for fine Clapp's Pear, _ . -
G. A. Godbold, for very fine Rostiezcr, - . .
J. A. Kenrick, for Clapp's Pear, - - . .
James Eustis, for Apples, - - - . .
W. A. Crafts, "
W. P. Snow, "
J. W. Foster, "
Daniel Clarke, for Peaches, -----
B. B, Davis, for Pears, -----
Mrs. Benjamin Fobes, for Figs, - - - -
Josiah Newhall, " - - _ _
September 12.
Grapes. — For the best four bunches of any early variety, to
Davis & Bates, for Israella, . . - _
For the second best, to Davis & Bates, for Adirondac,
Gratuities awarded:
To Daniel Clark, for superior Concords, - - - 3 00
C. E. Grant, for Black Hamburg Grapes and fine Belle
Lucrative Pears, - - - - - 3 00
Geo. H. Gordon, for fine Grapes, resembling Hartford Prolific, 2 00
Benj. B. Davis, for Grapes, - - - - - 2 00
Isaac H. Frothingham, for Apples and Pears, - - 2 00
James Eustis, for Apples, - - - - - 2 00
Josiah Newhall, for Apples and Figs, - - - 2 00
Walker & Co., for Figs, 2 00
Joshua T. Foster, for Seedling Peach, - - - 2 00
Henry Vandine, for Peaches and Plums, - - - 2 00
Bowen Harrington, for Apples, - - - - 2 00
Mrs. Benj. Fobes, for Figs, - - - - - 1 00
N. B. White, for Grapes, 1 00
John L. Bird, for Bartlett Pears, - - - - 1 00
John Mahonv, for " " - - - - 1 00
5 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
5 00
3 00
16 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Gratuities awarded:
To II. Lemon, for Peaches, - - - - - SI 00
Lewis AVheelei", for Peaches, - - - - 1 00
J. B. Loomis, for Seedling Peach, - - - - 1 00
D. ^y. Lothrop, for Collection, - - - - 1 00
Mrs. F. Nichols, for Sweetwater Grapes, - - - 1 00
Caleb Hersey, for Gravenetein Apples, - - - 1 00
J. P. Bush, for Summer Pippin Apples, - - - 1 00
PRIZES FOR FRUITS AT THE ANNUAL EXHIBITION
September 22, 23, 24, 25.
Apples. — For the best twenty varieties, the Lyman Plate, to
F. & L. Clapp, --_-_-
For the next best, to A. D. Williams, . . _
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, ...
For the best fifteen varieties, to J. W. Foster,
For the next best, to Samuel Ilartwell, . _ .
For the next best, to James Eustis, - - - -
For the best ten varieties, to Francis Skinner,
For the next best, to E. A. Brackett, - _ .
For the next best, to Bowen Harrington, - - -
For the best five varieties, to George Pierce, - - -
For the next best, to W. A. Crafts, - - - -
For the next best, to William II. Barnes, - - -
For the best dish of Apples, to F. & L. Clapp, for Gravenstein
For the next best, to Elbridge Farmer, for Gravenstein, -
For the next best, to C. M. Atkinson, for Northern Spy, -
For the next best, to W. F. Hall, for Alexander, -
Gratuities for Apples:
Boston Farm School, (Collection), - - - -
Dr. E. F. Whitman, ....--
H. Barker, --------
Hovey & Co., (Collection), - - - - -
W. C. Strong, New Variety of Crab Apple, - - -
J. W. Foster, for Pyramid, - - - - -
S. G. Damon, -------
S. N. Gaut, -------
Elbridge Wason, -------
Warren Ileustis, -------
J. AV. Foster, for fine Display of Gravenstein, - - -
C. Spaulding, for Seedling Sweet Apple, and Collection,
Bowen Harrington, for Collection, - _ - -
20 00
15 00
12 00
12 00
10 00
8 00
8 00
6 00
5 00
0 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 17
G-ratuities for Apples :
C. H. Galloup, SI 00
A. W. Withington, --.._.
Dr. Lodge, ---._._
S. D. Bryant,
J. E. M. Gilley,
Thomas Groom, ----...
W. F. Hall,
Pears. — For the best twenty varieties, to J. C. Chase,
For the next best, to Alexander Dickenson,
For the next best, to Henry Vandine, - . .
For the best fifteen varieties, to M. P. Wilder,
For the next best, to Davis & Bates, - -
For the next best, to Josiah Stickney, . . _
. For the best ten varieties, to Jacob JSTudd, - - .
For the next best, to Joseph H. Fenno, - - _
For the next -best, to Francis Skinner, - . .
For the best five varieties, to Jacob Eaton, - - _
For the next best, to John Mahoney, - - _
For the next best, to Francis Dana, _ . .
For the best dish of Bartlett, to Jacob Nudd,
" '' Doyenne Boussock, to G. Train,
" " Clapp's Favorite, to F. & L. Clapp,
" " Beurre Bosc, to S. C. Perkins, -
» . " Seckel, to F. & L. Clapp,
" " Swan's Orange, to Andrew McDermott,
" " Lonise Bonne, to H. P. Kendrick,
*' " Urbaniste, to Charles Birchard,
" " Duchess D'Angouleme, to John Mahoney,
*' " Beurre Diel, to Davis & Bates, -
" " Beurre d'Anjou, to William Maloon,
" " Sheldon, to Hovey & Co.,
" " Beurre Superfin, to William Maloon,
•' " Flemish Beauty, to J. C. Park, -
" " Marie Louise, to Josiah Stickney,
" " Belle Lucrative, to William Maloon,
" " Merriam, to A. J. Dean,
" " Beurre Hardy, to Henry Vandine,
" " Beurre Clairgeau, to Isaac B. Kendall, -
" " Mt. Vernon, to Walker & Co., -
Gratuities for Pears:
To M. P. Wilder,
Chas. H. Galloup, -----._
Walker & Co., .
2
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
25 00
20 00
16 00
15 00
12 00
10 00
10 00
8 00
G 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
6 00
4 CO
4 00
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Gratuities for Apples :
To Hovey & Co., ......
Boston Farm School, . . . . .
S. N. Gault,
John A. Kenrick, ---...
Horace Partridge, ------
John L. Bird, -------
Jolin II. Eastbuvn, ------
Samuel G. Damon, ------
J. E. M. Gille}^
Thomas Groom, ..-.--
Mrs. Jas. Glover, ------
J. V. & W. F. Pool,
J. Savage, -------
Benjamin P. "Ware, ------
Warren Ileustis, ------
Samuel Sweetser, ------
J. S. Getchell,
William J. Griggs, ------
J. E. Glines,
H. P. Kendrick, ------
Mrs. M. J. Mcintosh, . . - - .
J. C. Park,
C. Putnam, -------
Lewis Wheeler, ------
Grapes, Foreign. — For the best three bunches of Black Ham-
burg, to Edmund Gage, -----
For the next best, to Francis Dana, - - - -
For the best three bunches of any other black sort, to K. S.
Rogers, for Barbarossa, . - - - -
For the next best, to John Falconer, for Victoria Hamburg,
For the best three bunches of Muscat of Alexandria, to John
Falconer, - - - - - - -
For the next best, to W. C. Harding, - - -
For the best three bunches of any other white sort, to John
Falconer, for Royal Muscadine, - - - - 5 00
For the next best, to W. C. Harding, for Buckland Sweet-
water, 4 00
For the b:!st two varieties, two bunches of each, to John
Falconer, - - - ■ - - - - 5 00
For the next best, to George B. Durfee, - - - 4 00
For the best six varieties, to George B. Durfee, - - 10 00
For the next best, to John Falconer, - - . - 6 00
•Gratuity to George E. Leonard, for Grizzly Frontignan, - 4 00
^3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 GO
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 OO
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
4 00
120 00
15 00
4 00
4 00
4 00
4 00
4 00
4 00
4 00
4 00
4 00
4 00
FRUIT committee's REPORT. 19
Native GrwiPES. — For the best collection, four bunches of
each variety, to Davis & Bates, ...
For the next best, to J. B. Moore, - . _
For the best six bunches of Delaware, to "W. II. Barnes,
" " " Diana, to Benjamin B. Davis,
" " " Isabella, to J. V. Wellington, -
" " " Israella, to Davis & Bates,
" " " Concord, to Daniel Clark,
" " " Hartford, to Benjamin B. Davis,
" " " Rebecca, to Geo. B. Cutter,
" " " Allen's Hybrid, to Davis & Bates.
" " " lona, to John Capen,
" " " Adirondac, to Davis & Bates, -
Gratuities :
To S. G. Damon, for fine Collection and single dishes, - - 8 00
Ferris & Caywood, for Display of Walter Grape, the Silver
Medal.
Stephen Underbill, for Seedling Grapes, the Silver Medal.
William C. Strong, for Collection of Grapes, - - 5 00
N. B. White, for " " - . - 2 00
James Cruickshank, for Fedora Grapes,
Plums. — For the best collection, to Henry Vandine,
Peaches. — For the best collection, to Frederick Nichols,
For the best single dish, to Alex. Dickinson, - - -
For the next beat, to Henry Yandine, - . .
For the next best, to J. E. M. Gilley, ...
Gratuites:
To Walker & Co., for Figs,
Lewis Wheeler, for assorted dish, - - - .
Bowen Harrington, for assorted dish, - . _
October 10.
Autumn Pears. — For the best ten varieties, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, to H. Yandine, - - - .
For the best five varieties, to Davis & Bates,
For the next best, to William Maloon, - . _
For the next best, to S. G. Damon, - _ .
For the best single dish, to Hovey & Co., for Sheldon,
For the next best, to F. Dana, for Urbaniste,
For the next best, to C. E. Grant, for Beurre Bosc,
Autumn Apples. — For the best five varieties, to J. W. Foster,
For the next best, to James Eustis, - - -
For the next best, to Samuel Ilartwell, - - -
For the best single dish, to James Eustis, for Gravenstein, -
For the next best, to J. W. Foster, for Gravenstein,
For the next best, to W. A. Crafts, for Fameuse, -
2 00
5 00
5 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
J 00
LO 00
8 00
6 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
6 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
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Xative Grapes. — For the best collection, to Davis & Bates,
For the next best, to S. G. Damon, - - - -
For the best two varieties, to C. E. Grant, - - -
For the best dish of one variety, to Benj. B. Davis, for Diana,
Quinces. — For the best, to C. E. Grant, _ - _
Gratuities:
To J. E. M. Gilley, for Pears and Quinces, - - -
Fearing Bnrr, for Apples, - - - - -
S. G. Damon, for collection, - - - - -
H. Vandine, " .....
Dr. E. F. Whitman, for Peaches, - - . .
J. L. Bird,
November 14.
Winter Pears. — For the second best five varieties, to II.
Yandine, -.-...-
For the best twelve specimens of one variety, to AValker &
Co.. for Caen du France, - - - - -
For the next best, to F. & L. Clapp, for Lawrence,
For the next best, to H. Yandine, for Buerre d'Ax*emberg,
Winter Apples.— For the best ten varieties, to F. & L.
Clapp, the French Plate, -----
For the best twelve specimens of one variety, to J. W. Foster,
for J^Torthern Spy, ------
For the next best, to F. & L. Clapp, for King,
For the next best, to R. Oldrieve, for Roxbury Russet,
Gratuities:
To F. & L. Clapp, for fine Apples, - - - -
Samuel Ilartwell, " . _ - .
Walker & Co., for fine Mt. Yernon Pears, - - -
Francis Dana, for Apples and Pears, . - -
W. A. Crafts,
J. E. M. Gilley,
John Mahoney, _ ^ . - - .
II. Yandine, ......
James Eustis, ...._.
B. Harrington, .._._.
James A. Stetson, .-_---
Special Prize.
For the best Seedling Pear, after a trial of five years, to F. &
L. Clapp, for Clapp's Favorite, - - - -
S15 00
10 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
6 00
5 00
3 00
2 00
12 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
60 00
Amount appropriated for Prizes for the year 18C8,
Amount awarded, . . _ - .
Balance unexpended, - - - - •
$1,300 00
1,238 00
52 00
FLOWER committee's REPORT. 21
REPORT OF THE COIMITTEE ON PLANTS AND FLOWERS,
For the Year 1868.
by j. c. hovey, chairman.
Seldom has there been a more unfavorable season for the Floral
Department than the one just past. The Spring months were cold and
rainy. This was followed by excessive drought, from the first of July
to the middle of August. On the 18th of September we were visited by
a heavy frost, which, in many localities, completely killed Salvias, Helio-
trojies. Double Zinnias, and other tender plants. This was followed, on
the 17th of October, by a snow storm and black frost, which was so
severe as to even kill Chrysanthemums. The remainder of the season
has been cold, without a single day of Indian Summer. Notwith-
standing all these drawbacks, the exhibitions have been generally
good.
The principal contributors of Cut Flowers, during the season, were,
Francis Parkman, Hovey & Co., J. McTear, J. McLarin, George
Craft, C. B. Brigham, James ISTugent and J. E. Westgate. Those
exhibited by Francis Parkman were particularly worthy of mention,
both for the taste shown in arrangement and quality of Flowers exhib-
ited. One of the best guarantees of this is the fact that they received
the first premium thirteen times during the season.
Baskets of Flowers, though not as numerous as last year, have been
generally better arranged. The deficiency in number no doubt was
owing to the bad weather on exhibition days.
Native Plants have been exhibited by some five different contributors;
but as the By-Laws of the Society restrict the awarding of Premiums
to any except members. Gratuities had to be substituted in their stead
in all except one instance.
Special Premiums. — But three of the liberal Premiums olTered for
Koses by Yice President H. H. Himnewell, and published in the Schedule
for two successive years, were awarded. The first, for the best collection
of forty varieties of Hardy Perpetuals, was awarded to J. C. ChafHn.
The second, for the best thirty Hardy Perpetuals, to Francis Parkman.
Both these collections were excellent; and we doubt whether better
specimens for size, form, and brilliancy of color can be shown else-
where. The third award was for Basket or Yase of Koses. This
was awarded to W. Wales & Co., for Vase of Tender Roses, which was
22 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
most tastefully arranged. The Committee are at liberty to state that
the Premiums not awarded will be oflfered at the next annual Rose
Exhibition.
During the season, the following exhibitions worthy of mention have
been made :
Jakuary 4,
G. "W. Pratt exhibited a splendid specimen plant of Dondrobium nobilo,
with five spikes of flowers fully expanded. Of all the orchidaceous
plants, this species is one of the most showy, and worthy of cultivation.
January 11.
From Hovey & Co., specimens of Lycopodium lepidophyllum, or
Kesurrection Plant, so called from the fact that after being kept in a
dry state for months, it may be apparently revived by soaking in
water twenty-four hours.
February 15.
From W. C. Strong, Deutzia Fortuni, a handsome species, lately
introduced from Japan; flowers rosy white, in clusters much resembling
D. gracilis but larger.
Also, a fine display of the comparatively new Rose, Isabella Sprunt.
This is considered one of the most valuable varieties for the florist; bud
medium size and of good form ; color, bright canary yellow.
February 22.
From Hovey & Co., collection of seedling Camellias, in eight
varieties, all of which have been described in former reports of the
Flower Committee.
February 29.
From James McTear, small collection of Camellias.
From M, P. Wilder, two seedling Camellias, without name.
March 14.
From Mrs. T. W. Ward, fine specimens of Bougainvillea spectabilis,
a greenhouse climber, of recent introduction, with small rose-tinted
flowers, in clusters, surrounded by large bracts of a bright rose color.
It flowers in masses, and is without doubt an elegant plant.
From John Hogan, eight large and well-grown plants of his new
seedling Erica Calfra. This fine variety much resembles E. Caflfra
compacta, but more spreading; will prove a greater acquisition.
March 28.
From James Comley, good display of Erica Cavendi.shii; the best
yellow-flowered variety.
Hovey & Co., specimens of Czar Yiolet; a new single large-floAvered
variety of Yiola odorata; also specimens of Viola Brandy ana with
variegated flowers.
April 4.
From Mrs. R. C. Winthrop, flower of Imatophyllum miniatum, also
called Clivea uobilis. This' plant much resembles the Agapanthus
FLOWER committee's REPORT. 23
umbellatiis in growth, but requires more heat to develop the flowers,
which are of a bright salmon red.
From Curtis & Cobb, Hyacinth Due de Malakofi"; a fine new single
variety, color reddish buff.
April 11.
From E. S. Rand, Jr., flowers of Magnolia Lennei. This variety has
been represented in European Magazines as very high colored; but the
specimens exhibited were very diflerent in that respect, being not much
better than Magnolia jjurpurea,
James Comley, specimens of Gladiolus Byzantinus.
May 2.
From E. 11. Ilutchings, a fine display of Hepatica triloba. During
the past season, Mr. H. has contributed many fine Native Plants, his
object being to exhibit only those most worthy of cultivation.
From Francis Parkman, two new varieties of Clematis, the Standishii
and Baumanii.
From J. M. Merrick, Jr., three good seedling Zonale Geraniums.
From C. M. Atkinson, a fine seedling Cineraria; centre clear white,
with a magenta border.
May 9.
From Hovey & Co. 2-1 varieties named Hyacinths, also large collec-
tion of unnamed.
From Miss M. E. Carter, a fine collection of twenty-four varieties of
JiTative Plants.
From F. Parkman, specimens of Clematis monstrosa fl. pi., and
Fortunii, both fine varieties.
May 16.
From H. H. Hunnewell, a fine display of Lapageria rosea; also good
specimens of Gloire de Nancy Zonale Geranium. This is one of the
best of the double flowered varieties yet introduced.
From the same source, Anthurium Schergenainum, a very singular
little plant, with long pointed leaves and bright scarlet flowers, in shape
like those of the Americana Calla (C. palustris).
Also, flowers of Rhaphiolepis ovatus, one of the finest novelties,
lately introduced from Japan.
From F. Parkman, specimens of Clematis Aureliana, color white.
From E. H. Ilutchings, fiowers of Erythronium Americanum, and the
beautiful Polygala i^aucifolia.
May 23.
F. Parkman exhibited a fine collection of Herbaceous Plants.
From the same source,- Seedling Polyanthus, color light yellow,
orange eye.
From Mrs. S. Joyce, good collection of Pansies.
From John A. Kenrick, three varieties of Magnolias.
24 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
From E. H. Ilitchings, collection of ITative Plants, including fine
specimens of Pol3'gala paucifolia, Ehodora Canadensis, and Menyanthes
trifoliata.
May 30.
From J. F. C. Hyde, good display of Seedling Pansies.
From C. B. Brighara, specimens of Castilleia coccinea er Painted Cup.
Opening Exhibition, June 6.
This Exhibition was larger and better, both in quantity and quality,
than any similar one for a number of years.
The displa}'^ of Pot Plants was good, though some of the classes called
for in the Schedule of Premiums were not represented. H. H. Hunne-
well showed a line specimen of Stephanotis floribunda, to which was
awarded the first premium, as the best siDecimen plant. Also, six large
and well-grown specimens of Zonale Geraniums, Clerodendron Thomp-
soni, Ehododendrons Speciosa and Victoria, all in full bloom. Six
specimen plants of Azalea Indica, fi'om the same source, were awarded
the first premium. Hovey & Co. exhibited a collection of greenhouse
plants, among which Avere Richardia maculata, Clerodendron Thompsoni,
Pandanus Javanicus variegatus, and Eurya latifolia folia variegata (the
last-named species is quite rare.) They were awarded the first premium,
as the best twelve greenhouse plants.
W. C. Harding exhibited a fine collection of Zonale Geraniums.
This collection was very interesting, as many of the varieties are quite
new, never having been exhibited here before. Mr. Harding was also
awarded the third iiremium for collection of Greenhouse Plants.
James McTear showed a fine plant of Rhynchosj)ermum jasminoides
and six Zonale Geraniums.
Herman Grundel a fine collection of fom-teen varieties Zonale Gera-
niums, also a plant of the very rare Sedum Fabarium variegatum, with
almost white foliage.
E. S. Rand, Jr., a fine display of fourteen varieties hardy Rhododen-
drons, and a very interesting collection of N^ative Plants, including all
the native Cypripediums except C. spectabile, which flowers later in
the season.
Very fine collections of late Tulips were exhibited by Walker & Co.
and Joseph Breck, but not being named, could not compete for premium.
Francis Parkman showed a fine collection of Herbaceous Plants,
many of which are quite rare. A large and fine stand of Cut Flowers
from Mr. Parkman was awarded the first premium.
A. J. Hillbourn, specimens of Exochorda grandiflora • or Spirea
(/randiflora, a beautiful hardy shrub from Japan, with clusters of white
flowers.
Very interesting collections of i^ative Plants were exhibited by Miss
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II. M. Barry, Miss M. E. Carter, and E. II. Ilitchings. Miss M. E.
Carter showed 80 varieties, and was awarded the first preminm.
J. F. C. Hyde exhibited fine specimens of his new Seedling Pink,
called Emily, color white, of good form and substance. Promises to
be a great acquisition.
John Patterson, fine collection of Pansies, many of which equalled
named English varieties. His collection was admired by all, and pro-
nounced by the Committee the best specimen that has been exhibited
for many years.
June 13.
From E. S. Kand, Jr., a large and fine collection of Rhododendrons.
From M. P. "Wilder, a fine display of Shrubby Pajonies, which were
awarded the first premium.-
From James Comley, splendid specimens of Gladiolus Lyonii.
Francis Parkman showed good specimens of Lilium tenuifolium
aurantiacum, and Buschianum. Also a collection of Double Seedling
Pyrethrum plants which will, at no distant day, equal the China Aster
and Chrysanthemum, both in form and delicacy of color of the flowers.
Many of these Seedlings shown by difterent contributors the past season
were much better than the original imported varieties.
From W. C. Strong a large and well grown plant of Thyrsacanthus
Schomburghii.
Hovey & Co., specimens of Ilesparis raatronalis, double purple, and
Thermopsis mollis; this is a new herbaceous plant, with spikes of yellow
lupine-like flowers, very ornamental.
James McTear, plant in full bloom of the beautiful Ornithogalum
aureum.
June 20.
From G. G. Hubbard, fine specimen plant of Cattleya Mossise.
Your Committee are informed that Mr. H. contemplates building an
Orchis house, when, with his skilful gardener, Mr. J. G. Barker, we
may expect to see more of this fine class of plants at our exhibitions.
Miss M. E. Carter and Miss H. M. Barry, each showed large collec-
tions of Native Plants.
IT. H. Ilunnewell, specimens of Rhododendron, R. S. Holford; color
deep crimson, with dark spots; one of the finest new varieties.
Fi'om E. S. Rand, Jr., Cypripedium pubescens, and large and fine
display of Rhododendrons.
Hovey & Co., flowers of Clematis Candida, fl. pi., a new double
white variety; also, fine seedling Pyrethrum, called Aurora, flower
double imbricated like an Aster, color light rose.
Also, from the same source, specimens of Viola cornuta, one of the
b^st new Herbaceous Plants.
26 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
June 27.
From Hovey & Co., fine display of Herbaceous Ppeonios ; and'
Brodiea grandiflora, a pretty little bulbous plant, with dark blue star-
shaped fiowers.
E. S. Rand, Jr., a fine truss of Rhododendron azureum, color fine
purple; also, a very fine seedling variety, with dark crimson flowers.
F. Parkman, fine display of Herbaceous Peeonies.
Joseph Breck, plant of Lilium auratum.
John A. Kenrick, very large flower of Magnolia inacrophylla.
B. D. Hill, Jr., seedling Iris Kjempferi.
JuxE 30 AND July 1.— Rose Show.
The display of Roses at our annual Rose Show was better than ever
before, especially the Hardy Perpetuals, which are fast taking the
place of the class called June Roses.
In June last, the Chairman of your Committee and our worthy
Treasurer, Mr. E. W. Buswell, visited Philadelphia, principally for the
purpose of being present at the Rose Show of the Pennsylvania Horti-
cultural Society. We were much surprised to find so small an exhibition
of Roses, and also so few good specimens. After returning homo and
witnessing our own exhibition, we have come to the conclusion that the
Rose can be brought to perfection even in Massachusetts.
The principal contributors at our exhibition were as follows :
Of Hardy Perpetuals. — J. C. Chatfin, 40 varieties; F. Parkman, 30;
John French, 30; W. C. Strong, 20; J. McTear, 10.
June Roses. — F. Parkman, 15 varieties ; Hovey & Co., 15 ; James
IsTugent, 10 ; J. McTear, 10.
Tender Roses. — J. McTear and James Nugent, each, large collections.
3£oss Roses. — J. McTear and Hovey & Co.
Large collections of Roses Avithout name were shown by F. Parkman,
J. C. Chafiin, Mrs. T. W. Ward, and others.
H. H. Hunnewell exhibited a good collection of Hardy Perpetual
Roses in pots, not for premium; also, three large boxes of Roses bedded
in a surface of oats som'u in sand. We were informed that this is the
European way of exhibiting the Rose, but we prefer our own way;
the best, as it shows both the leaf and flower to better advantage.
W. H. Halliday exhibited a handsome Wardian Case, which was
awarded the first premium.
Hovey & Co. and John French, each had large collections of Green-
house Plants, many of the specimens being much superior to those at
the opening exhibition.
From Mrs. T. W. Ward, a large and fine specimen of Rhynchos-
permum jasminoides, with hundreds of flowers expanded.
FLOWER committee's REPORT. 27
From W. C. Harding, a good collection of Zonale Geraniums, in pots
all in full bloom.
Mrs. W. R, Champney showed an elegant plant of Mrs. Pollock Gera-
nium. We were infoi'med that this tine specimen was grown in a
parlor window.
July 11.
Mrs. T. W. AYard of Canton a splendid collection of rare exotic
flowers, among which was a fine specimen of the beautiful Combretum
purpureum; also, eight plants of Gloxinias, each plant being a perfect
specimen.
Francis Parkman exhibited a large collection of Lilies, among which
were fine specimens of Lilium Brownii, L. excelsum and L. Canadense;
also, fine Double Seedling Delphinium, named Mrs. Louis Agassiz —
color light blue, tinged with rose; large flower.
C. B. Brigham showed specimens of the beautiful native Orchis
(Calopogon pulchellus;) also, stand of auricula-flowered Sweet William.
E. S. Rand, Jr., specimen of Lilium auratum, groAvn in the open
ground.
W. C. Strong exhibited flowers of Clematis Jackmanii iSTo. 9, a fine
new Hybrid variety; color dark blue and white. .
J. F. C. Hyde exhibited some of his new Seedling Pinks. Mr. Hyde
has been very fortunate in producing so many fine varieties from seed.
Cut Flowers were shown in great variety by A. Farrier, B. D. Hill,
Jr., Henry Vandine and Thomas Sraallwood.
July 18.
James McTear, a good display of Picotees and Summer Phloxes.
Also, a Seedling Yucca filamentosa, with very large flowers.
Miss M. E. Carter exhibited 90 varieties IS'ative Plants, Miss H. M.
Barry, 100 varieties.
J. W. Foster, stand of fine Seedling Petunias.
C. B. Brigham, specimens of Lilium Philadelphicum, with very dark
red flowers. Also, two dishes of Fungi.
E. H. Hitchings, collection of Native Plants, including fine specimens
of Pogonia ophioglossoides, Pyrola umbellata and rotundifolia.
July 25.
Miss M. E. Carter, 75 varieties of ifiTative Plants; James I^ugent,
handsome Hand Bouquets; E. H. Hitchings, Collection of Native
Plants; Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, Table Bouquet; C. B. Brigham, fine
display of Fungi. Mr. Brigham also exhibited a handsome variety of
Nymphoea odorata, or Water Lily, with rose colored fiowers.
Francis Parkman exhibited a large and fine collection of Herbaceous
Plants, also flowers of a new Seedling Rudbeckia lasciniatus, with semi-
double flowers; it was awarded a certificate of merit.
28 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Hovey & Co. exhibited a large plant of their new Hybrid Seedling
Lily with ten flowers Aill}^ expanded; also, flowers of the beautiful
Bignonia Chamberlaynii.
August 1.
• G. G. Hubbard exhibited three rare Orchis, viz. : Dendrobium formo-
sum, Brassia Lanceana, Catasetum tridentatum. These are the first
specimens of the above variety ever exhibited at our Exhibition.
Francis Parkman showed a good collection of Lilies, among which
were good specimens of L. superbum.
The most interesting feature of the Exhibition was the large and rare
collection of Cones collected and exhibited by J. Q. A. Warren, late of
California; among the collection were fine specimens of Pinus, Colteri,
Sabiniana, insignis, ponderosa, contorta, and Lambertiana or sugar Pine,
Cupressus macrocarpa, and Goveniana, Sequoia gigantea (the Giant
.Tree of California,) Picea nobilis and grandis; the last named is the
great Silver Fir, second in height and beauty to none except the
Sequoia gigantea.
Fine specimens were also exhibited of the very rare Picea bracteata.
This collection is the first of the kind exhibited in Boston, and was
certainly very interesting.
August 8.
From Francis Parkman, a fine new Seedling Phlox, named Professor
Koch, color deep crimson; also, collection of Lilies and Herbaceous
Plants.
From Mrs. T. W. Ward, Kare Exotics, stand of Hardy Perjietual
Koses, and fine specimen of Allamanda Schottii.
From E. S. Band, Jr., fine Spike of Lilium superbum, with nineteen
flowers, fully expanded.
The most interesting features of the Exhibition was the large Collec-
tion of Everlasting Flowers and Fibrous Plants, presented by the Cape
of Good Hope Agricultural Society.
Among the Everlasting Flowers were many species of Ilelichrysums.
Some of the finest were H. eximium, with deej:) crimson flowers; H.
vestitum, silvery white; H. fulgcns, brilliant 3'^ellow; H. fruticens,
beautiful clusters of drooping white flowers, and H. speciosa, deep
blood red. One of the prettiest species of the collection was a small
Everlasting Flower, named Phoenocoma prolifera; it resembles the
Heath in its habit of growth; flower, bright rose.
The collection of Fibrous Plants embraced many valuable substances
useful to manufacturers. Those most noteworthy were Juncus serratus,
a large plant, found in rivers or moist places, and largely exported
and used in the manufacture of paper called Palmet. Helichrysum
eximium, mentioned among the Everlasting flowers, has thick, leathery
leaves, and used for the manufacture of paper and twine. Malva, in
FLOWER committee's REPORT. 29
three varieties, an article resembling very fine hemp, but much stronger.
This fibre is thought to be one of the most valuable lor the manufacture
of cordage and twine. Moroea is also a very fine fibre, resembling flax,
but easier of cultivation. Caroxylon is used for the manufacture of
thread by the natives. Amaryllis belladonna, a bulbous root, produces
a substance said to equal the finest silk. Cyperus, a coarse sedge, also
recommended for the manufacture of paper. Corymbium strictum
resembles bristles, and may be used for the manufacture of coarse
brushes.
One of the most valuable plants in the collection, if hardy, is Myrica
cordifolia or Wax Myrtle. It bears a berry about the same size as
our own species, but much more thickly covered with wax. This wax
is used for the manufacture of candles, &c.
In regard to the Fibrous Plants, we would state that they have been
examined by a number of manufacturers and scientific gentlemen, who
have expressed a wish to have them thoroughly tested, if a suflacient
quantity of fibre could be procured to make it an object.
J. Q. A. Warren, late of San Francisco, exhibited a collection of
pressed California Wild Flowers; also, one hundred varieties of Sand-
wich Island Ferns and Flowers.
Among the California Wild Flowers were many rare species which
have not yet found their way to our gardens. Specimens were noticed
of Liliutn Washingtonia, a species with large white flowers, much
resembling L. candidum in shape; also, L. parvum, flower bright orange,
Calochortus splendens, and many others.
August 15.
Miss S. A. Kussell, Miss Anna Stevens and Miss L. S. Hall each
showed a Basket of Flowers.
C. B. Brigham, display of Fungi.
E. S. Band, Jr., fine specimen of Ehexia Yirginica.
W. C. Harding, twelve fine new Gladiolus. Mr. H. also exhibited a
collection of new Gloxinias.
Edward Davenport, bouquet of Roses ; Francis Parkman, collection
of Lilies; C. B. Brigham, fine display of Double Zinnias; J. S. Rich-
ards, large collection of seedling Gladiolus.
G. W. C. Washburn, B. D. Hill, Jr., and James Nugent, each, a col-
lection of Cut Flowers.
James McTear, stand of Phloxes.
August 22.
Joseph Breck, collection Phloxes, Double Portulacas, and fine display
of Double Balsams.
George Craft and J. S. Richards, large collections of seedling Gladio-
lus, many of which were equal to imported named varieties.
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F. Parkman showed a good collection of Herbaceous Plants; also,
Liliiim lancifolium.
Miss M. E. Carter, seventy-five varieties of Native Plants.
A. McLaren, new varieties of Gladiolus. Miss L. F. Hall, Miss
A. C. Kenrick and Miss A. C. Wheeler, baskets of Flowers.
W. C. Harding, tine collection new varieties Gloxinias.
James Nugent, Hand Bouquets and collection of Lilies.
George Craft exhibited very fine specimens of Lobelia cardinalis,
and collection of Gladiolus.
J. Q. A. Warren again favored us with a specimen in the shape of a
branch of Pinus muricata, some three feet long, covered with eight rows
of cones. It is a dwarf'species from the coast of California, and we
think it will prove hardy in this latitude.
J. S. Richards showed a large collection of seedling Gladiolus.
August 29.
The display of Gladiolus was large and fine. J. S. Richards exhibited
in Classes 1, 3 and 5 ; A. McLaren in Classes 1, 2 and 4 ; George Craft
in Classes 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5; James Nugent in Class 3.
Francis Parkman was awarded the Society's Silver Medal for the
best seedling Gladiolus; color fine crimson, handsomely marked with
dark carmine; makes a good spike.
F. Thieler exhibited a new bouquet Dahlia, named Pi'incess Alice, a
very dwarf variety, growing but eighteen inches in height, flowers
dark rose.
G. G. Hubbard showed a large and well-grown plant of Brassavola sp.
September o.
The exhibition of Asters was large, but the specimens shown were
much inferior to those of former years. James Ban-ett exhibited in
Classes 1 and 3; James Nugent in Class 1; Joseph Breck in Classes 1
and 3; E. C. Clay in Class 2; A. McLaren in Classes 2 and 3.
Verbenas were very good, notwithstanding the bad weather, and were
shown by James Barrett, A. McLaren and James Nugent.
J. S. Richards exhibited a very fine seedling Gladiolus, named The
Bride, color snow white. It was awarded the Society's Silver Medal.
September 12.
The display of Double Zinnias was good in quality, but not as large
in quantity as might be expected. The contributors were Hovey &
Co., W. C. Harding, Joseph Breck, C. B. Brigham and James Nugent.
Curtis «& Cobb exhibited eleven new varieties of Gladiolus.
B. D. Hill, Jr., fine display of Liliputian Dahlias.
Miss II. M. Barry, seventy varieties Native Plants.
Francis Parkman exhibited a fine specimen of Lilium lancifolium
Monstrosura album, with twenty-six flowers expanded.
FLOWER committee's REPORT. 31
Hovey & Co. exhibited a new variegated-leaved Morning Glory, from
Japan, called Ipomea alba Picta carminia ; also, specimens of new
Gladiolus.
J. Q. A. AVarren, a very interesting collection of California, Sand-
wich Island and Japanese Seeds.
Annual Exhibition, Septe3Iber 22, 23, 24 and 25.
This exhibition was a fine one, although the plants, as usual, had to be
much crowded for want of space.
Hovey & Co. contributed twenty Greenhouse Plants, and ten variegated,
six Caladiums, six Ferns, six Lycopods, six Marantas, two Specimen
Plants and six Plants in bloom. Among the collection were the follow-
ing fine specimens: — Seaforthia elcgans (ten feet), Latania Borbonica,
Chamserops excelsa, Cocos coronata, Pandanus utilis, the rare Agave
filifera, Cyperus alternifolius, Cycas circinalis, Dracjena Yeitchii, D.
indivisa, D. terminals, D. Brasiliensis and D. draco. Hibiscus Cooperi,
Calocasia macrorhiza alba van, Theophrasta imperialis, Anthurium
magnificum, Beschorneria yuccoides, a supei'b specimen of the rare
Pandanus elegantissimus, Philodendron pertusum, &c. ; also, fine
specimens of Dracaena umbraculifera, Pandanus variegatus, Alocasia
Veitchii, and ten variegated plants, namely. Yucca quadricolor, Cissus
discolor, Dieffenbachia maculata, Bambusa Fortuni folia variegata (new
and fine), Oplismenus imbecillis folius variegatus (a new and beautiful
variegated grass), Yucca aloifolia var., Dracsena Cooperi, Cyperus alter-
nifolius variegatus, &c. Among the Ferns was a very large Blechnum
Corcovadense; the J^ycopods were grown in large pans; the Caladiums
were very large, with eight seedlings of M. Bleu, namely, Edmund
Moreaux, Mad. Houllet, Keeteleer, Isidora Leroy, Kaulinii, Mad. An-
dreau and Charles Verdier. Small specimens of the rare M. Liudeniana,
magnifica and splendida, were among the Marantas.
W. C. Harding showed twenty Greenhouse Plants, ten Caladiums and
three Specimens. The finest plants exhibited in this collection were
Cyanophyllum magnificum, Dracaena Cooperi, Alocasia zebrina, Arundo
Donax variegata, Aralia papynfera, Alsophila australis, a large Ma-
ranta zebrina, Anthurum regale (with superb foliage), Maranta capitata,
and Poi-teana, Calocasias, &c. \ also, the rare Sanchezia nobilis, with
large, dark green leaves, striped with pure white, and the equally rare
Delechampia Roezliana, each shoot terminated with two rosy bracts —
the whole plant is extremely beautiful. Mr. Harding also had twelve
of the newest Caladiums, which were very fine and well grown, named
as follows: — Adolph Adam, Auber, August Riviere, Dr. Boisbunel,
Harley, Dr. Lindley, Boildeau, E. G. Harderson, A. Bleu and Reine
Victoria. Some of these were very distinct and beautiful additions to
this showy group.
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IL II. Ilunnewell exhibited twenty Greenhouse Plants, twelve Ferns,
and six Marantas. Among this collection were fine specimens of Dra-
cpena Australis and indivisa (6 feet), D. stricta, similar to terminalis,
but more erect in its growth. The variegated aloe-leaved Yucca,
Coleus Yeitchii, xigave filifera, Musa-vittata, a fine plant, with beauti-
fully variegated foliage; the new and handsome palm, Stephensonia
Sechellarium, the stems thickly set with black spines; Dracaena draco,
a fine Croton pictum, Eurya latifolia, Theophrasta imperialis. Hibiscus
Cooperii, Pavetta Borbonica, Rhopala Corcovadense, Calocasia macror-
hiza var. ; also, Maranta fasciata, splendida, Yandenheckii, eximia,
lineata, albo liueata, and pardina, the fine Dietfenbachia Barraquiniana,
with ivory white stems, and green spotted leaves; twelve Perns, including
Also2)hila Australis (6 feet), A. excelsa, Dicksonia antai-ctica, D. squa-
mosa, Thamnoi)teris nidus, Asplenium bifidum, Onychium lucidum,
Asplenium Billangeri, and a giant leaf of Musa enseta, 12 feet long.
John French, ten Yariegated Plants, six Begonias, and three Specimen
Plants. The following plants in this collection were particularly fine
specimens: — Caladium Belleymei, Croton jiictum, Dracfena terminalis,
and Anamassa sativa folia variegata, or Yariegated Pineapple.
Wm. Cairnes, six plants in bloom, and a collection of miscellaneous
Greenhouse Plants.
Fine collection of Gladiolus were shown by J. S. Richards, Geo.
Craft, and Curtis «fc Cobb.
Mr. Richards also showed a fine Seedling, named Joseph Breck,
flowers crimson, flaked with carmine, makes a good spike.
Cut Flowers at this Exhibition were not as good as usual, owing to
the frost of the week previous.
Dahlias were also very inferior, from the same cause. The best
exhibited were the stand of Liliputians, from B. D. Hill, Jr.
C. B. Brigham exhibited a stand of Fungi, which was arranged with
much taste, and composed of nearly all the species and A'arieties that
can be found at this season.
"W. C. Strong, a stand of variegated foliage, most tastefully arranged.
F. Thieler, a good display of Amaranths.
James Jackson exhibited a new Phlox, named Souvenir de Soultzmatt,
color clear white, fine crimson eye.
W. II. Ilalliday and C. M. Atkinson, each exhibited a handsome
"Wardian Case.
Ilovey & Co., specimens of the Turban Aster, a new dwarf variety,
suitable for edgings.
OCTOBEU 10.
r. Thieler, good display of Dahlias and Cut Flowers.
Dr. E. T. Whitney, collection of Dahlias.
E. II. Hitchings, Native Plants.
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November 6.
James McTear, good specimens of Schizostylis coccinea.
November 14.
The exhibition of Chrysanthemums was a complete failure, the only
contributor being James McTear, who exhibited cut siDecimens in
Classes 3. 4 and 5.
A. Farrier showed a handsome spike of Tuberose.
E. JI. Ilitchings, fine specimens of Ilamamelis Virginica, or Witch
Hazel.
December 19.
Ex-Prcsident "Wilder showed cut specimens of the very rare Steno-
carpus Cunninghami, a greenhouse tree, with handsome oak-shaped
evergreen foliage and heads of very curious orange-colored flowers.
December "26.
"William Cairnes exhibited a handsome plant of Echeveria retusa.
The annual appropriation by the Society for Plants and Flowers was
$1,600; special premiums ofiered by H. H. Hunnewell, S2G5; making a
total of ^1,865. Of this amount, the Committee have awarded $1,685,
leaving a balance of .^180. In conclusion, we present the following
list of Premiums and Gratuities awarded by your Committee the
past season.
All of which is respectfully submitted.
J. C. HOVEY, Chairman.
34 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
riUZES AWARDED FOR PLANTS, FLOWERS AND
BOUQUETS.
January, February axd March.
Camellias. — For the best display of named varieties exhibited
during the months of January, February and March, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, not awarded, - - _ _
January 25.
Epacris. — For the best six named varieties, in pots, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
May 9.
Hyacinths. — Class 1. — For the best twenty named varieties,
open culture, not awarded, - - - .
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
Class 2. — For the best ten named varieties, open culture, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
May 16.
Tulips, Early. — For the best twenty flowers, not less than
ten named varieties, not awai'dcd, . . -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Narcissus. — For the best display, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Opening Exhibition, June 6.
Greenhouse Plants. — For the best display of twelve vari-
eties, regard being had to new and rare varieties and
well-grown specimens of named plants, to Ilovey & Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
For the next best, to W. C. Harding, - - -
Greenhouse Azaleas. — For the best six named varieties, in
pots, to H. H. Ilunnewell, . _ - -
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - .
Pelargoniums. — For the best six named Show varieties, in
pots, not awarded, ------
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For the best six named Fancy varieties, in pots, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
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5 00
5 00
4 00
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5 00
4 00
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5 00
4 00
4 00
3 00
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15 00
10 00
10 00
8 00
5 00
8 00
5 00
8 00
5 00
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For the best six named Zonal varieties, in pots, to W. C.
Hardinp:, -------
For the next best, to H. £1. Ilunncwell, - . _
Heaths. — For the best six named varieties, in pots, not awarded,
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
Specimen Plant. — Regard being had to new and rare vai-leties.
For the best specimen phmt, of a kind for which no si:)ecial
prize is offered, to H. H. Hunnewell, - - -
For the next best, to Ilovey & Co., - - -
For the next best, to J. McT.ar, - - - -
CiNERAKiAS. — For the best six named varieties, not awarded.
For the next best, not^awarded, - - - -
Calceolarias. — For the best six varieties, to J. McTear,
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
AciiiMENES. — For the best six named varieties, not awarded,
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
Pansies. — For the best six distinct varieties, in pots, not awarded,
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
Polyanthus. — ^For the best six distinct varieties, in pots, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Auriculas.— For the best six distinct varieties, in pots, not
awarded. -------
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
WiNDOAV Plants. — For the best four specimens, in pots, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Hanging Baskets. — The plants to have been growing in them
at least one month.
For the best specimen, to J. McTeai", - . -
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - - -
Tulips, Late. — For the best twenty flowers, not less than ten
named varieties, not awarded, - - . -
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
Cut Floavers. — For the best display, to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to James Xugent, . . -
For the next best, to J. McTear, - . - .
For the next best, not awarded, - _ - -
For the next best, not avvarded, . - - -
Native Plants. — For tiie largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter,
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, - - - -
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Wheeler, - - -
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5 00
6 00
4 00
0 00
4 00
3 00
0 CO
4 00
4 00
3 00
6 CO
4 00
5 00
4 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
4 CO
3 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
C6 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, to
Ilovey & Co., ------
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - - -
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, to J. McTear, -
For the next best, not awarded, - . _ -
June 13.
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 bottles, to
Ilovey & Co., ------
For the next best, to Fi'ancis Parkman, . _ _
For the next best, to AYilliam Wales & Co ,
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged to Mrs. S.
Joyce, -------
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Kenrick, - - -
Hardy Shrubs. — For the best display, to Francis Parkman,
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Shrubby Peonies. — For the best six named varieties, to M.
P. Wilder,
For the next best, not awarded, - - _ _
For the next best, not awarded, - - - .
Hunnewell Premmms.
Hardy Azaleas. — For the best display of named varieties,
not awarded, ------
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
Hardy Rhododendrons. — For tlie best display of named
varieties, to E. S. Rand, Jr., - - - .
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
June 20.
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling not less than 150
bottles, to Francis Pai'kmun, - - - .
For the next best, to George Craft, - - - -
For the next best, to James McTear, - - -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, -------
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - . .
Iris (Tuberous varieties). — For the best twelve named varie-
ties, to F. Parkman, -----
For the next best, to J. McTear, . - - -
Spring Herbaceous Plants. — For the largest and best
display of named species and varieties, exhibited April
11th, May 2d and 23d, June 6th and 20th— prize to be
awarded June 20th, — to Francis Parkman, - - 10 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 8 00
For the next beat, to Ilovey & Co., - - - - 6 00
S4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
8 00
5 00
8 00
5 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3
00
5
00
4 00
3
00
5 00
4 CO
3
CO
2
00
1
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Native Plaxts.— For the largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter, - - §13 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
June 27.
Saveet Williams.— For the best thirty trusses, not less than
ten distinct varieties, not awarded, . _ _
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
Herbaceous Peonies.— For the best ten named varieties, to
IIovcj^ & Co.,
For the next best, to Francis Parkman, - - _
For the next best, to James Nugent, - _ .
Cut Flowers.— For the best display, to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to HoAe}' & Co., - - - .
For the next best, to George Craft, - - - .
Baskets of Flowers,— For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, - - - - - - ■ -
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - .
Rose Exhibition, June 30 and July 1.
Class I.
Hardy June Roses. — For the best fifteen distinct named
varieties, to Francis Parkman, - - - - 6 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - -
Class II.
For the best ten distinct named varieties, to James Nugent,
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - - .
For the next best, not awarded, - _ _
Class in.
Hardy Perpetual Roses. — For the best twenty distinct
named varieties, to "W. C. Strong, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - .
For the next best, not awarded, . - . _
Class IV.
For the best ten distinct named varieties, to J. McTear,
For the next best, not awarded, - _ . _
For the next best, not awarded, - _ _ _
Class V.
Moss Roses. — For the best display of not less than ten named
varieties, to J. McTear, -----
For the next best, not awarded, - - - .
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
4
00
3
00
3 00
2
00
1
00
6
00
4 00
3
00
3 00
2 00
1
00
4 CO
3
CO
2
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5 CO
4 00
3 GO
G 00
0 00
4 CO
38 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Class VI.
Tender Roses. — For the best display of not less than ten
named vai-ieties, to J. McTear, - - . .
For the next best, to James Nugent, ...
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Class TIL
EosES. — For the best general displaj', to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to J. C. Chaffin, - - - -
For the next best, to Mrs. T. W. Ward, - - .
Special Prizes for J?oses, offered hy H. H. Hnnnerccll, Esq.
Hybrid Perpetual Poses. — For the best collection, forty
varieties, to J. C. Chaffln, - - - - - 40 00
For the best collection, thirty varieties, to Francis Parkman, 30 00
For the best collection, twenty varieties, not aAvarded, - 15 00
Moss Poses. — For the best collection, ten varieties, not
awarded, - - - - - - -15 00
Pot and Cut Flowers. — For the best general display of all
kinds, not awarded, _ _ . _ .
For the next best, not awarded, - - _ .
For the next best, not awarded, - _ _ .
Pot Culture. — For the best six specimens, not awarded.
Basket or Vase. — For the best, to William Wales & Co., -
Greenhouse Plants. — For the best fifteen greenhouse or
stove plants, of different varieties, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, to Jno. French, - - - -
Wardian Case. — For the best specimen, to W. H. Halliday,
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Fuchsias. — For the best six named varieties, in pots, not
awarded, -------
For the next l)est, not awarded, - - - -
Gloxinias. — For the best eight named varieties, in pots, not
awarded, -------
For tlie next best, not awarded, - - - -
Paisley Pinks. — For the best sixty blooms, not less than six
named varieties, exhibited in bunches of three of the
same variety, to J. McTear, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, to J.
McTear, ------.
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - - - 3 00
50 00
30 00
20 00
50 CO
15 00
20 00
15 00
10 00
6 00
10 00
8 00
8 00
G 00
5 00
4 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
!5
00
4 00
3
00
2
00
1
00
4 00
3 00
2
00
5
00
4 00
3
00
FLOWER committee's REPORT. 39
Ctjt Flowers. — For the host display, to Ilovey & Co.,
For the next best, to James Nugent, _ _ .
For the next best, to B. D. Hill, Jr.,
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, not awarded,
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
July 11.
Delphiniums. — For the best ten named varieties, to Francis
Parkman, -------
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best displa}', to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to C. B, Brigham, - . -
For the next best, to James Nugent, - - -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, 2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - - 1 00
July 18.
Summer Phloxes. — For the best ten distinct named varieties,
to J. McTear, - . -
For the next best, not awarded, ... -
For the next best, not awarded, - - _ .
Carnations. — For the best ten named varieties, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
Picotees. — For the best ten named varieties, not awarded, -
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Native Plants. — For the largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter, - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - .
Cut Flowers. — For the best displa}', to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, _ _ _
For the next best, to James Nugent, . . -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, .-.-_..
For the next best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, - _ -
July 25.
Stocks. — For the beet display, not less than six varieties, not
awarded, .-.-.--
For the next best, not awarded, - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, _ - -
For the next best, to James Nugent, . . ^
4
00
3
00
2
00
5
00
4
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3
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5
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4
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3 00
3
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2
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5
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4
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3
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2
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1 00
4 00
3 00
2
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5 00
4 00
3 00
40 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCII-TY.
Baskets of Flowers.— For the best arran<j:ccl, to Mrs. S.
Jo3-ce, -------
For the nest best, not awarded, - - - .
August 1.
Hollyhocks. — For tlie best ten distinct varieties, in spikes,
to James iSTugent, ------
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, . . »
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, not awarded,
For the next best, not awarded, - . - .
For the best pair of Pland Bouquets, to James Xugent,
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best disphiy, to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, - - -
For the next best, to James Xugent, - - .
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. C. B.
C-:ase, -.--.--
For the next best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill,
August 8.
Phloxes. — For the best ten distinct named varieties, to J.
McTear, ...-.--
For the next best, to Anthony McLaren, - - -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the best Seedling, the Society's Silver Medal, not awarded.
Cut Floavers. — For the best display, to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to W. C, Strong, - . - -
For the next best, to C. B. Brigham, ...
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce. -------
For the next best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, ...
August 15.
Balsams. — For the best twelve spikes, not awarded, -
For the next best, to J. McLaren, - - - .
For the next best, to James Nugent, - - .
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - -
For the next best, to George Craft, - - - -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, -------
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Wheeler, - - -
Xative Plaxts. — For the largest and best display of named
sfteeies and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter,
For tlie jxc:st best, not awarded, . . - -
8-2 00
1 00
5 00
4 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
5 00
4 GO
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
r, 00
4 00
3 00
2 CO
1 00
3 00
2 00
FLOWER committee's REPORT. 41
August 22.
Petunias. — For the bost collection of named varieties, thirty
flowers, not awarded, - - - _ , -
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, _ . -
For the next best, to George Craft, - - - -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, __-.---
For the next best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill,
August 29.
Gladiolus. — Class 1. — For the best twenty named varieties,
in spikes, to A. McLaren, -----
For the next best, to J. S. Richards, . . .
For the next best, to George Craft, - - . -
Class 2. — For the best ten named varieties, in spikes, to Geo.
Craft, -.--.--
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - . - -
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Class 3. — For the best display of named or unnamed varieties,
to J. S. Eichards, ------
For the next best, to Geo. Craft, . . _ -
For the next best, to .Fames ISTugent, . . _
For the best single specimen spike, to Geo. Craft,
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - -
For the best Seedling, the Society's Silver Medal, to Francis
Parkman.
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, to J. McTear,
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, to James Xugent,
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Cut Flov/ers. — For the best display, to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, - . -
For the next best, to Ilovey & Co., . - - -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged to Mrs. S.
Joyce, - - - - - - - 2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - - 1 00
September 5.
Class I.
Asters. — For the best thirty flowers, not less than ten varieties,
to James Barrett, - - - - - -5 00
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to James Nugent, - - - 3 00
«:3
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0
00
1
00
5
00
4
00
o
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2
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1
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6
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5 00
4
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4
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3
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2
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6
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0
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4 00
2
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1
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3 00
2
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3
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2
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5
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4
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3
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42 MASSACHUSETTS IIORTICULTUKAL SOCIETY.
Class II.
For the best twenty flo-\vcrs, not less than eight varieties, to
E. C. Clay,
For the next best, to A McLaren, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - . -
Class III.
POMPOXS. — For the best sixty blooms, not less than six varieties,
in bunches of three of the same variety, not awarded,
For the next best, not awarded, . - . -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . _
Yerbexas. — For the best named collection of sixty trusses,
twenty varieties, in bunches of three of the same variety,
to James Barrett, --.---
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - .
For the next best, to James Nugent, . - .
For the best new Seedling with foliage, the Society's Silver
Medal, not awarded.
SuMMEii Herbaceous Plants. — For the largest and best
displays of named species and varieties, exhibited July
11th and 25th, August 8th and 22d, and September
5th, — prize to be awarded September 5th, to Francis
Parkman, -.....-
For the next best, not awarded, . - . -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Cut Flo avers. — For the best display, to F. Parkman,
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, ...
For the next best, to A. McLaren, ....
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, .......
For the next best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, ...
September 12.
Double Zixxias.— C?ass 1.— For the best thirty flowers, not
less than six varieties, to Ilovey & Co., - . -
For the next best, to W. C. Harding, ...
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, ...
Class 2. — For the best twenty flowers, not less than four
varieties, to James Nugent, ....
For the next best, not awarded, - . . .
Xativp: Plax'TS. — For the largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter,
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Cut Flowers.— For the best display, to Francis Parkman, -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co , -
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, ...
^3 00
2 CO
1 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
10 00
8 00
G 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 CO
5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
5 CO
4 00
3 00
FLOWER committee's REPORT. 43
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. C. B.
Chase, - - - - - - - :?2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, - - - 1 GO
Annual Exhibition, September 22, 2.3, 24, and 25.
Plants in Pots.
Greenhouse Plants. — For the best twenty greenhouse and
stove plants, of difierent varieties, to Ilovey & Co.,
For the next best, to W. C. Harding, ...
For the next best, to H. H. Hunnewell, _ _ .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Variegated leaved Plants. — For the best ten varieties,
not otfei'ed in the collection of greenhouse plants, to Jno.
French, .......
For the next best, to Ilovey & Co., - - - .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Variegated Plant. — For the best single specimen not
offered in any collection, to Jno. French,
For the next best, to H. H. Hunnewell, ...
Caladiums. — For the best ten named varieties, to W. C
Harding, .......
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the best six varieties, to Hovey & Co., ...
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Ferns. — For the best twelve named varieties, to H. H.
Hunnewell, ---..-.
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the best six named varieties, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Lycopods. — For the best six named varieties, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Marantas. — For the best six named varieties, to H. H.
Hunnewell, ----...
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - . - .
Begonias. — For the best six named varieties, to Jno. French,
For the next best, not awarded, . . - .
Plants in Bloom. — For the best six varieties, in pots, to
Hovey & Co., ---.-..
For the next best, to Win. Cairns, - - . .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Specimen Plant.— For the best, not variegated, of a kind for
which no special prize is oflered, to Hovey & Co.
For the next best, to C. M. Atkinson, ...
30 00
2.5 00
20 00
15 00
10 00
8 00
6 00
5 00
3 00
10 00
8 00
5 00
4 00
8 00
6 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
44 MASSACHUSETTS EIORTICULTURAL SOCIKTY.
Hanging Baskets. — The plants to have been growing in
them at least one month.
For the be&t specimen, not awarded, - - - _
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
Cut Floicers.
For the best display', and best kept during the exhibition, to
Hovey & Co., ---.._
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - . -
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - -
For the next best, to Elbridgo "Wason, . . .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the next best, not awarded, - - , .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Gladiolus. — For the best display of named or unnamed
varieties, to J. S. Richards, ....
For the next best, to Geo. Craft, . - - .
For the next best, to Curtis & Cobb, . - - -
Dahlias. — Prizes awarded the first day of the exhibition.
Class I.
For the best twenty-four named varieties, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
For the next best, not awarded, _ . . -
Class II.
For the best twelve named varieties, to B. D. Hill, Jr.,
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Class III.
For the best specimen bloom, not awarded, . - - 1 00
Class IV.
LiLiPUTiAX. — For the best twenty flowers, not less than six
named varieties, to B. D. Hill, Jr.,
For the next best, not awarded, ...
Dahlias. — Prizes awarded the third day of the ExhiI)ition.
Class I.
For the best twenty-four named varieties, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, . . .
For the next best, not awarded, ...
Clas.<i II.
For the best twelve named varieties, to James Nugent,
For the next best, to B. D. Hill, Jr., .
Class III.
For the best specimen bloom, not awarded, - - - 1 00
So 00
4 00
3 00
IG 00
14 00
12 00
10 00
8 00
6 00
4 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2
00
5
00
4
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3
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3 00
2
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FLOWER committee's REPORT. 45
Claims IV.
LiLiPUTiAN'. — For the Lest twenty flowers, not less than six
named varieties, to B. D. Hill, Jr., ...
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
Parlor Bouquets. — For the best pair, exhibited on Tuesday,
to J. McTear, ......
For the next best, to Joseph Bi-eek, ....
Hand Bouquets. — For the best pair, on Tiui-day, to J.
McTear, .......
For the next best, to Joseph Brcek, - . . .
Paklor Bouquets. — For tlie best i)air, exhibited on Thurs-
day, to James o^ugent, .....
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - . . .
Hand Bouquets. — For the best pair, exhil ited on Thursday,
to J. McTear, ......
For the next best, to Joscpli Breck, ....
Large Bouquets. — For the l)est jjair, suitable for the Bradlee
or Jones' Vases, and best kept during the Exhibition, to
Hovey & Co., ......
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged and best kept
during the Exhibition, to Miss S. C. Westgate, -
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, ....
For the next best, to Mrs E. M. Gill,
Baskets of Wild Flowers. — For the best arranged and
best kept during the Exhibition, to Miss A. C. Wheeler,
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Table Design. — For the best, to be composed of Flowers
only, or Fruit and Flowers combined, and not to exceed
four feet in height, not awarded, ....
For the next best, not awarded, ....
November 14.
Chrysanthemums. — Class 1. — For the best six named Large
Flowered varieties, in pots, not awarded,
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
Class 2. — For the best six named Pompons, in pots, not awarded, 10 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - G 00
Class 3. — For the best twelve named Large Flowered varie-
ties. Cut Specimens, to J. McTear, - - . 4 OO
For the next best, not awarded, - - . - 3 00
Class 4. — For the best twelve named Pompon varieties, Cut
Specimens, to J. McTear, - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
^3 00
2 00
G CO
4 00
6 GO
4 00
G 00
4 00
G 00
4 00
12 00
8 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
12 00
10 00
10 00
G 00
46 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Class o. — For the bL'st general displa}', named or unnamed
varieties, Cut Specimen:?, to J. McTear, - - - S5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
During the Season.
Lilies. — For the best display of the season, to Francis Park
man, - - - - - - -GOO
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Delphiniums. — For the best Seedling during the Season, the
Society's Silver Medal, to Francis Parkiiian.
EVEUGREEN Tbees AND SiiRUBS. — For the bcst display, in
pots, during the season, not awarded, - - - 8 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - o 00
S2 00
6 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
FLOWKR committee's rfport. 47
GRATUITIES AAVARDED AT WEEKLY EXIIIBITIOXS.
February 22.
Ilovey & Co., for Seedling Cainellias, - . . -
Makcii 1-i.
John Ilogan, for eight plants Erica CaflVa, - - -
March 28.
James Coraley, for si^ecimens Erica Cavindishii,
May 2.
E. 11. Hitching;?, for three varieties Tlepatica triloba, -
F. Parkman, four varieties Clematis, _ . . .
May 9.
Hovey & Co., for collection of unnamed Hyacinths,
Miss M. E. Carter, for collection of Native Plants,
F. Parkman, for Clematis monstrosa fl. pi., ...
May 16.
James McTear, for collection Early Tulips, - . -
May 23.
E. II. Ilitchings, for Native Plants, . - . .
Opekixg of the Hall — June 6.
Sumner Downe, for Cut Flowers, ....
B. D. Hill, Jr., "
Hovey & Co., "
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Plants, . . . .
E. S. Rand, Jr., " ....
Miss H. M. Barry, " ....
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket of Flowers, . . .
Miss S. A. Russell, " " . . . .
Walker & Co.. for Late Tulips, .....
Josei^h Brcck, " - _ - . .
Hovey & Co., "
Wm. Wales & Co., for Tender Roses, ....
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Rhododendrons, ....
C. B. Brigham, for Pansies, . . . . .
Mrs. S. Joyce, " . . . . .
H. H. Ilunnewell, for collection of Pot Plants, - . -
Herman Grundel, for fourteen varieties Zonal Geraniums, in pots,
" " for plant of Sedum Fabarium foliis variega-
tis, - . . - - .
Hovey & Co., for plant of Eurya latifolia variegata,
J. McTear, for collection of Pot Plants, - - - .
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A. J. Ilillbourn, for flowers of Exocliorda graiidiflora,
Ilovey & Co., for Hanging Basket, - . _
June 13.
Mit^s E. P. AVashl)nrn, for Bas^ket of Flowers,
W. C. Strong, for plant of Thyr.sacanthus Schombnrghii,
James Comley, for display, . _ . .
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Native Plants,
F. Parknian. for Pyrethrnms, - - - .
Aniasa Farrier, for Pansies, - _ _ -
B. I), llill, Jr., for Cut Flowers, - - - -
J. McTear, " - - - - * -
James Nugent, " -
Hovey & Co., for disjjlay, ....
E. II. Ilitchings, for Native Plants,
J. McTear, for plant of Ornithogalum aureum,
Mrs. S. Joj'ce, for Brugmausia Knightii,
June 20.
J. McTear, for Picotee Pinks, . - . ,
" for Bouquet, - - - . -
J. F. C. Hyde, for seedling Pink Emily,
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Rhododendrons, ...
G. Gr. Hubbard, for plant of Cattleya Mossios, -
Hovey & Co., for Piconies, ....
Miss S. A, Russell, for liasket of Flowers,
" A. C. Kenrick, " " - -
" A. C. Wheeler, " " - -
Mrs. E. M. Gill, " " - -
" G. W.C.Washburn, " " - -
James Comley, for Gladiolus Lyonii, . . -
H. II. Ilunnewell, for Rhododendrons, . - -
Miss II. M. Barry, for Native Plants, ...
James Nugent, for Cut Flowers, ...
B. D. Hill, Jr., " ....
Henry Vandine, " . » - .
Amasa Farrier, " ....
W. C. Harding, for six Zonal Geraniums,
June 27.
J. McTear, for Hand Jjouquets, ....
" for Parlor Bouquets, ...
Miss A, C. Kenrick, for Basket of Flowers,
Mrs. E. M. Gill, " " - -
Joseph Breck, for Lilinm auratum, ...
Edward F. Brown, for Sweet Williams, - - -
John A. Kenrick, for Magnolia macro])hylla,
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E. H. Hitchings, for Native Plants, - - - - SI 00
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Spanish Iris, - - - - - 1 00
Rose Exhibitiok, June 30 and July 1.
Mrs. S. Joyce, for Basket of Flowers, - - - - 2 00
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " . "
Mrs. S. Joyce, " " . . . .
M. W. Clark, for Myosotis Alpina, ....
Barnard & Ilunnewell, for Ferns, ....
Mrs. J. L. Fairbanks, for Stipa pennata, ...
Wm. Wales & Co., for Roses, - - . . .
John A. Kenrick, for Magnolia macrophylla,
F. Parknian, for delphiniums, - - . . .
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, for Bouquet, ....
" C. B. Chase, for Basket of Flowers, ...
Hovey & Co., for Cut Flowers, ....
F. Parkman, " .....
Wm. Wales & Co., " .....
Walker & Co., «...
Henry Vandine, "...
W. C. Strong, " .....
Thos. Smalhvood, " .....
Sumner Downe, " .....
Hovey & Co., "
F. Parkman, for Pot Roses, .....
Hovey & Co., for Hanging Baskets, . . . .
" " Paisley Pinks, ....
J. McTear, " ....
Amasa Farrier, for Bouquets, - . . -
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, ''
Miss M. E. Carter, for Xative Plants, ....
E. S. Rand, for Display, .-.-..
Hovey & Co., "..---.
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Exotics,
Joseph Breck, for Lilium auratum, ....
James Nugent, for Amaryllis Johnsoni, ...
Mrs. Wm. R. Champney, for Mrs. Pollock Geranium, -
J. McTear, for plant of Kalosanthes coccineus,
Hovey & Co., for Orchis, .....
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for plant of Rhynchospermum Jasminoides,
Foster Brothers, for Euonymus latifolius albus,
W. C. Harding, for Zonal Geraniums, ....
James Comley, for Gladiolus L3'onii, ...
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July 11.
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for eight plants of Gloxinias, - - S8 00
" " exotic flowers, - - - - 5 00
W. C. Strong, for Clematis Jackmanii, No. 9, - - - 1 00
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, for Bouquet, - - - - 1 00
Sumner Downe, for varieties of Lathyrus latifolius, - - 2 00
C. B. Brigham, for Calopogon pulchellus, - - - 2 00
" " Sweet Williams, - - - - 1 00
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Lllium auratum, - - - - 1 00
James Nugent, for Hand Bouquets, - - - - 2 00
J. F. C. Hyde, for Seedling Pinks, - - - - 1 00
Miss S. A. Russell, for Basket of Flowers, - - - 1 00
Miss A. C. Wheeler, " " ... 1 00
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " " ... 1 00
James McTear, for Cut Flowers, - - - - - 2 00
Henry Vandine, " - • - - - 1 00
B. D. Hill, Jr., " 1 00
Amasa Farrier, " - - - - - 1 00
Thomas Smallwood, Sweet Williams, - - - - 1 00
July 18.
Amasa Farrier, for Cut Flowers, - - - - 1 00
J. McTear, " - - - - 1 00
George Craft, " - - . - 1 00
B. D. Hill, Jr., " . - - - 1 00
Sumner Downe, " - - - - 1 00
J. F. C. Hyde, for Seedling Carnation, - - - - 2 00
Mrs. C. S. Carter, for Calluna vulgaris, - - - - 1 00
Miss A. C. Wheeler, for Basket of Flowers, - - - 1 00
Miss L. T. Hall, " " . - - 1 00
Mrs. C. B. Chase, " " ... l 00
Miss H. M. Barry, for collection of Native Plants, - - 2 00
J. McTear, for Seedling Yucca filamentosa, - - - 1 00
" Hand Bouquet, 2 00
J. W. Foster, for Seedling Petunias, - - - - 1 00
C. B. Brigham, for Lilium Philadelphicum, - - - 1 00
S. A. Freeman for flower of Crassula coccinea, - - - 1 00
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Plants, - - - - 1 00
E. S. Rand, Jr., " - - - - 2 00
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, for Bouquet, - - - - 1 00
Mrs. S. Joyce, for Hoya carnosa, - - - - 1 00
C. B. Brigham, for Fungi, - - - - - 2 00
July 25.
Miss M. E. Carter, for Native Plants, - - - - 2 00
FLOWER committee's REPORT.
51
Miss L. F. Hall, for Basket of Flowers,
James iN'ugent, for Hand Bouquets,
C. B. Brigham, for Fungi, ...
Hovey & Co., for flowers of Bignonia Chamberlaynii,
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, for Bouquet,
F. Parkman, for Rudbeckia lasciniata SemipleuissLma,
Henry Mason, for Liliuni longiflorura, -
C. B. Brigham, for Nymphaia odorata fl. rosea, -
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Plants,
Hovey & Co., for Lilium longifolium,
J. McTear, for Cut Flowers, . - .
August 1.
A. McLaren, for Stocks, - - - -
Hovey & Co., for Cut Flowers, - - -
Miss M. E. Carter, for Native Plants, -
G. G. Hubbard, for three Plants of Orchis,
J. E. M. Gilley, for Bouquet, - . .
Amasa Farrier, " . . . .
C. B. Brigham, for Fungi, ...
Mrs. S. Joyce, for Basket of Flowers,
Miss A. C. Kenrick, '' " . .
Mrs. E. M. Gill, " « . .
Miss A. C. Wheeler, " " - -
" S. A. Russell, " " . .
Edward Davenport, for Roses, . . -
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Plants,
Miss H. M. Barry, "...
August 8.
Mrs T. "W. Ward, for Hardy Perpetual Roses. -
" " Allamanda Schottii,
" " Exotic Flowers, -
Miss A. C. Kenrick for Basket of Flowers,
" A. C. Wheeler, " " " .
" L. F. Hall, "
Edward Davenport, for Bouquet of Roses,
C. B. Brigham, for Roses, _ . .
Miss A. C. Wheeler, for Cut Flowers,
Mrs. S. Joyce, " - -
James Nugent, " . -
A. McLaren, " ...
Hovey & Co., for Lilium auratum,
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Lilium superbum,
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Plants,
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J. Q. A. "Warren, for large collection of pressed
Flowers, native of California and the Sandw
James Nugent, for Hand Bouquets,
August 15.
"W. C. Harding, for Allamanda Sohottii, -
" New Gladiolus,
Edward Davenport, " . - .
C. B. Brigham, for Double Zinnias,
J. S. Richards, for Seedling Gladiolus,
E. S. Eand, Jr., for Rhexia Virginica,
Mrs. G. AY. C. AYashburn, for Cut Flowers,
B. D. Hill, Jr., "
James Nugent, "
A. McLaren, "
Amasa Farrier, "
J. McTear, for Phloxes, - . - -
A. McLaren, for New Gladiolus,
Miss S, A, Russell, for Basket of Flowers,
Miss Anna Stevens, " "
Miss L. F. Hall, " "
August 22.
James Nugent, for Cut Flowers, -
J. McLaren, " - -
Mrs. G. AY. C. AYashburn, "
Joseph Breck, for Phloxes, ...
" " Double Portulacas,
" " Camellia flowered Balsams, -
George Craft, for Seedling Gladiolus,
J. S. Richards, " " - -
Miss M. E. Carter, for Native Plants,
A. McLaren, for New Gladiolus,
E. C. Stevens, for Asters, ...
Mrs. S. Joyce, for Double Balsams,
Miss L. F. Hall, for Basket of Flowers,
Miss A. C. AYheeler, " "
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " "
AY. C. Harding, for New Gloxinias,
James Nugent, for Hand Bouquets,
" " Lilies,
August 29.
G. G. Hubbard, for Orchis, ...
" " Seedling Scarlet Geraniums,
A. Farrier, for Bouquet, - - - -
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FLOWER committee's REPORT.
53
i>Irs. E. A. Story, for Japan Lilies, - _ -
J. McTear, for I^erine corusca, - - - -
Francis Thieler, for new Bouquet Dahlia, Princess Alice,
J. E. Westgate, for Cut Flowers, _ . _
George Craft, " . . _
A. McLaren, " . _ _
Miss H. C. Barry, for Xative Plants, - . -
W. C. Harding, for Double Zinnias, - . -
B. D. Hill, Jr., for Phloxes, ....
" " Liluputian Dahlias, - - _
E. C. Stevens, for Asters, . . _ _
J. E. M. Gilley, for Bouquets, - - - -
J. "W. Foster, for Seedling Petunias, . . -
Mrs. E. M. Gill, for Basket of Flowers,
Miss A. C. Wheeler, " " . . .
Miss L. F. Hall, " " . . .
Miss S. A. Kussell, " « . . -
Miss A. C. Kenrick, « " - . .
September 5.
J. S. Richards, for Seedling Gladiolus,
George Craft, for named Gladiolus, . - _
James Xugent, for Hand Bouquets, . - .
G. G. Hubbard, for Orchis, - - _ -
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, for Bouquet, ...
James Comley, for Cut Flowers, - - _
George Leland, " - - - .
September 12.
Hovey & Co., for IlTew Gladiolus, . _ _
Curtis & Cobb, " ... -
J. S. Richards, for Seedling Gladiolus, - - -
George Craft, " _ _ _
Hovey & Co., for Cut Flowers, - - - -
Henry Yandine, " _ . . _
E. C. Clay, " . . . _
George Leland, " - _ _ .
A. McLaren, " . . _ .
George Craft " ....
Mrs. E. M. Gill, for Baskets of Flowers,
Miss A. C. Wheeler, " " . .
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " "
Miss S. A. Russell, " » . .
Miss L. F. Hall, u u . _
B. D. Hill, Jr., for Lilijiutian Dahlias, - . -
Miss H. M. Barry, for Native Plants, - - -
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J. C. Hovey, for New Iporatiea, - - - - - SI 00
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, for Bouquet, - - - - 1 00
George K. J^oyes, for Display, - - - - - 1 00
Annual Exhibition, September 22, 23, 24 and 25.
M. P. Wilder, for Seedling Lilium lancifolium, - - - 5 00
Francis Thieler, for large Bouquets, - - - - 5 00
" " Amaranths, - - - - 8 00
J. E. Westgate, for Japan Lilies, - - - - 1 00
Hovey & Co., " .... 1 00
TV. ir. Ilalliday, for Wardian Case, - - - 6 00
C. M. Atkinson, " .... 5 00
Dr. E. F. Whitman, for Dahlias, - - - - - 1 00
" " renewal of Dahlias, - - - 1 00
James Jackson, for new Phlox, - - - - - 1 00
B. D. Hill, Jr., for Liliputian Dahlias, - - - - 3 00
" " Phloxes, 2 00
" " renewal of Dahlias, - - - - 1 00
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Marigolds, - - - - - 2 00
Amasa Farrier, for Bouquets, - - - - - 4 00
E. S. Band, Jr., for three varieties of Colchicum, - - 1 00
" " Anemone Japonica, Honorine Jobert, - 1 00
Mrs. E. A. Story, for Basket of Flowers, - - - 2 00
Miss Mary R. Wai-e, for Gentiana crinita, - - - 1 00
" " Display, - - - . 1 00
Miss L. M. Strong, for Gentiana crinita, - - - 1 00
" " Native Plants, - - - - 1 00
« " Fungi, 1 00
Mrs. T. AV. Ward, for three varieties of Allamandas, - - 3 00
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, for Bouquets, - - - - 1 00
Mrs. C. B. Chase, for Design, - - - - - 5 00
Mrs. William Kenrick, " .... 3 00
Miss L. S. Wood, for Basket of Flowers, - - - 2 00
Miss J. L. Thieler, " " - - - 3 00
Mrs. J. E. Westgate, " " - - - 2 00
Mrs. S. Joyce, « " ... 2 00
Miss S. A. Russell, " " - . - 2 00
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " " - - . 2 00
Miss A. C. Wheeler, for Design, - - - - - 2 00
J. McTear, for flat Bouquet, - - - - - 1 00
Hovey & Co., for Turban and Boltz Dwarf Asters, - - 1 00
" " Anemone Japonica, Honorine Jobert, - 1 00
W. C. Strong, for variegated foliaged Plants, - - - 8 00
J. S. Richards, for renewal of Gladiolus, - - - 4 ^o
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George Craft, for renewal of Gladiolus, - - - S2 00
James Comley, for Cut Flowers, - - - - 2 00
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Plants, - - - - 3 00
Ohn Brothers, for Dahlias, - - - - - 5 00
J. II. Frothingham, , " 1 00
J. TV. Foster, for Petunias, - - - - - 1 00
Ilovey & Co., for Dahlias, 2 00
" " Double Zinnias, - - - - 3 00
J. J. Rayuer, for Passiflora, - - - - - 1 00
Mrs. E. M. Gill, for Design, 2 00
W. C. Harding, for Sanchezia nobilis, - - - - 3 00
" " Gymnostachyum Yerschaffeltii, - - 2 00
» " Lycopodium, - - - - - 1 00
" " Dalechampia Roezliana, - - - 2 00
"Wm. Cairns, for twenty Greenhouse Plants, - - - G 00
Jno. French, for Maranta fasciata, - - - - 1 00
Hovey & Co., for Bambusa Fortuni fol. variegata, - - 2 00
" " Oplismenus imbecillis fol. variegata, - 1 00
" " Alocasia metallica, - - - - 1 00
C. B. Brigham, for large collection of Fungi, - - - 12 00
Hovey & Co., for new Caladiums, - - - - 5 00
" " Pandanus Javanica fol. variegata, - - 3 00
A. McLaren, for Erythrina Marie Bellanger, - - - 1 00
Hovey & Co., for new Amaryllis, - - - - 1 00
A. McDermott, for Dahlias, - - - - - 1 00
October 10.
F. Thieler, for Cut Flowers, - - - - - 2 00
Dr. E. F. Whitman, for Dahlias, 1 00
E. II. Hitchings, for Native Plants, - - - - 1 00
November 14.
Amasa Farrier, for Tuberoses, - - ' - - - 1 00
E. II. Hitchings, for Ilaraamelis Yirginica, or "Witch Hazel, - 1 00
The amount of Sl,685 has been awarded in Prizes and Gratuities,
during the year, to the following persons:
Hovey & Co.,
- 8261 00
C. B. Brigham,
- $49 00
Francis Parkman, -
- 167 00
George Craft,
- 49 00
J. McTear, -
- 130 00
Joseph Breck,
- 46 00
James Nugent,
- 89 00
J. C. Chaffin,
- 45 00
W. C. Harding, -
- 76 00
Mrs. S. Joyce,
- 41 00
II. H. Hunnewell,
- 66 00
Mrs. T. W. Ward,
- 38 00
A. McLaren,
- 50 00
Jno. French, -
- 36 00
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J. S. Eichards, - - S33 00
B. D. Hill, Jr., - - 31 00
E. S. Rand, Jr., - - 29 00
Wm. "Wales & Co., - 20 00
W. C. Strong, - - 2G 00
Miss M. E. Carter, - 23 00
Miss A. C. Wheeler, - IS 00
J. E. Westgate, - - 17 00
Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - 10 00
G. G. Hubbard, - - 16 00
W. H. Halliday, - - IG 00
Francis Thieler, - - 10 00
E. n. Ilitchings, - - 14 00
Amasa Farrier, - - 14 00
Mrs. E. M. Gill, - - 14 00
Miss A. C. Kenrick, - 13 00
Miss H. M. Barry, - 11 00
James Comley, - - 10 00
M. P. Wilder, - - 10 00
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley^ - 10 00
J. Q. A. Warren, - - 10 00
Wra. Cairns, - - - 10 00
Elbridge Wason, - - 10 00
Miss S. A. Eussell, - 9 00
James Barrett, - - 9 00
C. M. Atkinson, - - 9 00
Sumner Downe, - - 8 00
Walker & Co., - - 7 00
II. Grundel, - - - 7 00
Miss L. F. Hall, - - 7 00
John Ilogan, - - - G 00
Edward Davenport, - 5 00
Curtis & Cobl), - - 5 00
01m Brothers, - - 5 00
Henry Vandine, - - 5 00
J. F. C. Hyde,
Miss S. C. Westgate,
£. C. Clay, -
Mrs. Wm. E. Champney,
J. W^ Foster, -
Mrs. E. A. Story, -
Dr. E. F. Whitman,
Miss L. M. Strong,
Mrs. Wm. Kenrick,
Miss J. L. Thieler,
Mrs. G. W. C. Washburn,
Mrs. J. E. Westgate,
E. T. Brown, -
Thomas Smalhvood,
John A. Kenrick, -
Geo. Leland,
E. C. Stevens,
Miss Mary R. Ware,
A. J. Ilillbourn,
Mrs. E. P. Washburn, -
Foster Brothers, -
M. W. Clark,
Barnard & Ilunnewell, -
Mrs. J. L. Fairbanks, -
Mrs. C. S. Carter, -
S. A. Freeman,
Henry Mason,
Miss Anna Stevens,
Geo. N. Noyes,
James Jackson,
Mrs. L. M. Wood, -
J. H. Frothingham,
A. McDermott,
J. J. Eayner, - - . -
J. C. Ilovey, - - -
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2 00
2 00
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1 00
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The following awards were also made:
To George W. Pratt, for a fine Specimen Plant of Dendrobium nobile,
the Society's Silver Medal.
To Francis Parkman, for the best Seedling Gladiolus, exhibited at the
GladLolus Show, the Society's Silver Medal.
To the same, for the best seedling Delphinium, (named Mrs. Louis
Agassiz) the Society's Silver Medal.
FLOWER committee's REPORT. 57
To the same, for fine Display of Lilies during the season, the Society's
Silver Medal.
To the same, for Seedling Rudbeckia lasciniata with semi-double
flowers, a First Class Certificate of M6rit.
To Mrs. T. W. "Ward, for beautiful specimens of Bougauvillea
spectabilis, the Societ,y's Silver Medal.
To II. II. Hunnewell, for line specimens of Anthurium Scherzerianum
and Rhaphiolepis ovata, the Society's Silver Medal.
To W. C. Harding, for new Gloxinias, a First Class Certificate of
Merit.
To the same, for a well-grown plant of Dalecharapia Eoezliana, a First
Class Certificate of Merit.
To J. Q. A. Warren, for large Collection of California Pine Cones,
the Society's Silver Medal.
To J. S. Richards, for Seedling Gladiolus, named the Bride, the
Society's Silver Medal.
To the same, for a Seedling Gladiolus, named Joseph Breck, a First
Class Certificate of Merit.
To Hovey & Co., for specimens of Bignonia Chamberlaynii, a First
Class Certificate of Merit.
5^8 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
EEPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON VEGETABLES,
For the Year 1868.
by c. n. brackett, chairman.
The Committee to Avhom was assigned the duty of awarding premiums
on Vegetables for the year 18G8, having attended to that duty, submit
the following Report:
Previous to the regular Weekly Exhibitions, contributions of forced
Vegetables (in limited quantity) were occasionally made, as usual, in the
Library Room, for which gratuities were awarded as follows:
February 15. To George Hill of Arlington, for very fine specimens
of Celery and Lettuce.
" 22 & 29. " Josiah Crosby and Walter Russell, for Tennisball
Lettuce.
D. Zirngiebel, for Short Scarlet Radish.
George Hill, for White Spine Cucumbers, and S.
G. Damon, for Linnaeus Rhubarb.
George Dorr and S. G. Damon, for do.
John B. Moore, for four benches very fine Aspara-
gus, the weight of twelve stalks of which was
2 lbs. 95 ozs.
" " " Walter Russell, for Asparagus, Josiah Crosby for
White Spine Cucumbers, and George Hill for
Rhubarb and Cucumbers.
The attention of your Committee has been called during the past
season to several new and valuable varieties of vegetables which have
been placed iipon the tables, both at the Weekly and Annual Shows,
several of which are deemed worthy of trial, and can be recommended
for general cultivation. Among the most prominent may be mentioned
the Gen. Grant Tomato and Early Rose Potato.
The Gen. Grant originated several years since in the garden of an
amateur, who, after testing it in connection with all the new and popular
varieties recently introduced, found it so much superior to any of
them, cither old or new, that he was induced to take measures for its
dissemination.
The fruit is rather above medium size, measuring from three to four
inches in diameter, and grows in clusters; form round, slightly flattened,
very regular, and rarely ribbed or wrinkled; flesh unusually firm, solid,
and free from water, color a brilliant glossy crimson, skin remarkably
fine, smooth and shining; is early, productive, and of fine flavor, bears car-
March
14.
May
2.
«
9.
u
30.
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riage well and keeps in good condition a long while after being gathered.
It also possesses the valuable property of ripening up well on the under
side next the stem, a quality in which many varieties are deficient. Speci-
mens have been on exhibition, both at the "Weekly and Annual Shows,
where it attracted particular attention by its extraordinary beauty of
form, and singular richness of color. As a further indication of its
merits we should also state, that your Committee were unanimous in
awarding it the first prize over all others, for two successive years, at
the Annual Exhibitions of the Society.
Through the kindness of its introducer, several of the members of this
Committee were favored with a few seeds for trial, all of whom bear
testimony to its excellence, and can recommend it for its many superior
qualities as worthy of general cultivation.
The production of new and improved varieties of the Potato from
seed, which shall be more valuable than those in previous cultivation,
is an object especially worthy the attention of cultivators, and the
encouragement of the Society. The success which attended the efforts
of the late Mr. Goodrich, whose attention to the improvement of the
Potato has given us so many excellent and valuable new varieties, has
given a new impetus in this direction, and the indications are. that the
coming season will add to our present list others of great promise.
The process of obtaining these seedlings as practised by Mr. Goodrich .
was not only very slow, and gradual in its results, but it also required a
good stock of patience, and untiring perseverance to produce them.
Starting as he did with the Wild Peruvian, and Kough PurjDle Chili, in
a course of experiments extending through a period of fifteen years he
succeeded in obtaining only ten, out of the large number of sixteen
thousand seedlings, which were considered worthy of cultivation.
Among the most valuable ones were the Cuzco, raised from seed of the
Wild Peruvian, and its progeny are the Early Goodrich and Har-
rison. The Garnet Chili was raised from the seed of the Rough
Purple Chili, and its progeny and the Calico and Early Rose; the latter,
however, was not raised by Mr. Goodrich, but is one of seven varieties,
the product of the seed of a single potato ball of the Garnet Chili,
raised by Mr. Albert Breeze of Hubbardston, Vermont, in 1861. It
was introduced to the notice of the public last spring, and notwithstand-
ing it was sold in limited quantities, and at almost fabulous prices, was
very widely disseminated, and has thus far given universal satisfaction.
It was exhibited for the first time on the tables of the Society, on the
30th of June, by B. K. Bliss & Son, where it attracted the attention of
all. The specimens were of good size, and well grown in seventy-two
days from date of planting in the open ground. The same gentlemen
exhibited them again on the 11th of July, and were awarded the Society's
Silver Medal.
60 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
As several of the members of your Committee have given it a trial
during the past season, they are prepared to state that so far as can be
determined by a single season's experiment, they consider it the most
promisino; early potato yet introduced, of the finest quality and wonder-
full}' productive. It is from six to ten daj's earlier than the Early
Goodrich and much its superior in quality.
With regard to its ability to withstand the rot, which has been much
more destructive the past year in this vicinity than for some years
previous, we can only say, that with an unfavorable season like the past
it has not suffered from this cause in any greater degree than the
Goodrich, Harrison and other popular varieties, hitherto considered
proof against disease; while, on the other hand, many of the older sorts
have been affected to such an extent as hardly to compensate the
grower for the tinie and trouble of harvesting.
A judicious selection of varieties, with early planting, and harvesting
in dry weather as soon as the crop is mature, are the best preventives we
know, and which if practised will generally secure the best results.
We doubt if, in the whole history of potato culture, a parallel case
can be found in the yvay of propagation to that of Mr. W. C. Strong of
Brighton, who, with only six pounds of the Early Eose potato, suc-
ceeded in planting upwards of four acres of ground, and was only
prevented from making the acres twice that number l^y the shortness
of the season; it goes to show, in his case at least, where little is given
viuch may be required. As a full and detailed report of this novel and
interesting experiment will be given by the Chairman of the Committee
on gardens, in his reports, we refrain from further comment to avoid
repetition.
The attention of the Committee has also been called to the Whiting,
a new seedling potato raised by Mr. Benjamin Whiting of Amherst,
N". H., in 1861, from seed of the State of Maine potato. Specimens
were presented to the several members of the committee for trial, who
report it of first quality as a table potato; further trial must determine
its merits for general cultivation. Owing to the popularit}" of this
variety, an attempt has already been made to introduce it to the public
under the name of Excelsior; Whiting's Seedling is the proper name,
and purchasers should govern themselves accordingly.
The display of vegetables at the Annual Exhibition was undoubtedly
one of the finest and most extensive ever made by the Society. The
specimens shown were well grown and in great variety. A prominent
feature of the exhibition was the fine collections of potatoes from
numerous contributors, embracing all the most popular varieties in cul-
tivation; together with several new seedlings not yet introduced and
exhibited by Mr. Albert Breeze, by numbers 2, 4, 5 and 7, and raised
from the same seed ball as was the Early Kose.
VEGETABLE COMMITTEE'S REPORT. 61
In conclusion your committee cannot but feel gratified at the progress
made during the past year, in this branch of the Society, and hope that
the stimulus now given in the form of liberal premiums for almost every
important vegetable, may induce contributors to continue the same laud-
able zeal in the future, which they have manifested in the past.
Annexed is a copy of the premiums and gratuities awarded by your
committee.
Amount appropriated for prizes for vegetables, - - ^550 00
" awarded in premiums and gratuities, - - 509 00
Balance not awai'ded, ----._ ^^i qq
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 GO
62 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
GKATUITIES AWAKDED FOE FORCED VEGETABLES,
Previous to the Opening or the Hall,
February 15. To George Hill, for Celery and Lettuce, - $4 00
" 22. Josiah Crosby, for Tennis Ball "
(( OQ " " '> " "
" " Walter Russell, " " "
March 14. D. Zirngiebel, for Short Scarlet Radishes, -
May 2. George Hill, for White Spine Cucumbers, -
" " S. G. Damon, for Rhubarb, -
" 9. George Dorr, " (open culture), -
« " S. G. Damon, "...
" 30. John B. Moore, for Asparagus, (weight of
12 stalks, 2 lbs., 95 ounces),
" " Walter Russell, for Asparagus,
" " Josiah Crosby, for White Spine Cucumbers,
♦♦ " George Hill, for Rhubarb and Cucumbers, -
PRIZES AWARDED AT THE WEEKLY EXHIBITIONS,
During the Season.
Asparagus. — For the best four bunches, on the fifth Saturday
in May, (oiDcning of the Hall), to John B. Moore,
For the next best, to Walter Russell, ...
For the next best, to Francis Skinner, - - .
Cucumbers. — For the best pair, grown under glass, on the
fifth Saturday in May, or the opening of the Hall, to
Walter Russell,
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, _ . -
For the next best, to George Hill, . - - -
Rhubarb. — For the best twelve stalks, on the fifth Saturday
in May, or the opening of the Hall, to George W. Pierce,
For the next best, to Francis Skinner ...
For the next best, to James Nugent, . . -
Radish, Long Scarlet. — For the best four bunches, on the
fifth Saturday in May, or the opening of the Hall, to
Walter Russell, ......
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, ...
For the next best, not awarded, ....
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
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Lettuce. — For the best four heads, on the fifth Saturday in
May, or the opening of the Hall, not awarded, - - S4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, " " - . . - 2 00
Peas. — For the best iieck, on or before the fourth Saturday in
June, to John B. Moore, - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to George Leland, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Beans. — For the best and earliest I3eck of String, on or before
the first Saturday in July, to Walter Russell, - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, " « . - . - 2 00
Onions. — For the best twelve specimens, on or before the first
Saturday in July, to John Fillebrown, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Josiah Crosliy, . - - 2 00
Beets. — For the best Summer, Turnip-rooted, twelve speci-
mens, on or before the first Saturday in July, to Walter
Russell, - - - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to John Fillebrown, - - - 2 00
Carrots. — For the best twelve Long Orange, on or before
the second Saturday in July, to Josiah Crosby, - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best Scarlet or Early Horn, on or before the second
Saturday in July, to Josiah Crosby, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 2 00
Cabbages. — For the best four, on or before the second Satur-
day in July, to George Hill, - - - - 4 00
For tlie next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 2 00
Potatoes. — For the best peck, on or before the second Satur-
day in July, not awarded, - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, " '• . - . - 3 00
For the next best, " " - . . - 2 00
Beans. — For the best two quarts Early Shelled, on or before
the second Saturday in July, to Walter Russell, - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Squashes. — For the bestLong-warted Summer, six specimens,
on or before the second Saturday in July, to George Hill, 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best Scollop Squash, not awarded, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 CO
64 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Tomatoes. — For the best dish of twelve, on or before the first
Satnrclay in August, (open culture), to Daniel Clark, - S4 00
For the next best, to George Leland, ...
For the next bes^t, not awarded, ....
For the next best, " " . . .
Turnips. — For the best Flat, twelve specimens, on or before
the first Saturday in August, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Corn. — For the best Sweet, twelve ears, on or before the second
Saturday in August, to Daniel Clark, ...
For the next best, to Walter Russell, ...
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, ...
Squashes, Marrow.— For the best four, on or before the
second Saturday in August, to Josiah Crosby,
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Cauliflowers. — For the best four, on or before the third
Saturday in August, not awarded, . . .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the next best, " " ....
Parsnips. — For the best Summer, Turnip-rooted, twelve
specimens, on or before the third Saturday in August,
not awarded, ......
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Melons. — For the best Greenflesh, of any variety, four speci-
mens, on or before the third Saturday in August, to
Josiah Crosby, - - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Egg Plants. — For the best, on or before the first Saturday in
September, to Josiah Crosby, . . . -
For the next best, to G. W. Harding, ...
Celery. — For the best six roots, on or before the first Saturday
in SejDtember, to Josiah Crosby, ....
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Beans. — For the best two quarts of Small Lima, or Saba, on
or before the first Saturday in September, to George
Leland, ---....
For the next best, not awarded, - . . .
Watermelons. — For the best pair, on the first Saturday in
September, to George Leland, - . - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . _
Beans. — For the best two quarts of J^arge Lima, on or before
the second Saturday in September, to George Leland, -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
3 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
VEGETABLE COMMITTEE'S REPORT. 65
GEATUITIES AWARDED AT WEEKLY EXHIBITIONS.
June 27. To George Hill, for Collection, - - - SI 00
" " George A. Mudge, for Tomatos, - - - 1 00
" 30. B. K. Bliss & Son, for Early Rose Potatos, - 5 00
" " Francis Skinner, for Potato Onions, - - 1 00
" " G. A. Mudge, for Tomatos, - . - 1 00
" " J. B. Moore, for five varieties Peas, - - 2 00
" " G. W. Pierce, for Collection, - - - 5 00
July 11. George Hill, for White Portugal Onions, - 1 00
" " B. K. Bliss & Son, for Early Rose, Society's
Silver Medal.
" " Francis Skinner, for Onions, - - - 1 00
" " Caleb Bates, for Early Kingston Potatos, - 2 00
" " John Fillebrown, for Cabbage, - - - ' 2 00
Aug. 1. Levi Emery, for Hybrid Cabbage, - - 2 CO
'• " Jonas Gammell, for Collection, - - . i qo
" " BoAven Harrington, for Early China Beans, - 1 00
" " W. E. Baker, for Collection, - - - 1 00
" 8. Jonas Gammell, for Crosby Corn, - - 1 00
" '• C. iSr. Brackett, for Collection Tomatos, - 1 00
" 15. Bowen Harrington, for Collection, - - 1 00
" " Walter Eussell, for Egg Plant, (4 varieties), - 2 00
" " Josiah Crosby, for Black Pekin Egg Plant, - 1 00
" " C. L. Copeland, for Tomatos, - - - 1 00
" 22. Francis Skinner, for Summer Parsnips, - - 2 00
" " Bowen Harrington, for Collection, - - 1 00
" " Curtis & Cobb, for Collection Cucumbers, - 1 00
'' " James Comley, for Collection, - - - 2 00
" 29. Josiah Crosby, for Egg Plants, - - - 1 00
" " Joseph Tailby, for Rose Potatos, - - 2 00
Sept. 5. Richard Richardson, for Corn, - - - 1 00
Oct. 10. C. ]S". Brackett, for Gen. Grant Tomatos, - 1 00
PRIZES AWARDED AT THE AXXUAL EXHIBITION
Beets. — For the best Turnip rooted, twelve specimens, to
Walter Russell, - - - - - - Si 00
For the next best, to G. W. Pierce, - - - - 3 OO
For the next best, to Francis Skinner, - • - - 2 00
For the best LongBlood, twelve specimens, to Walter Russell, 4 00
For the next best, to Francis Skinner, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - - - 2 00
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63 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Carhots. — Por the best Short Scarlet, or Early Horn, twelve
sijecimens, to W. Eussell, - - - - -
For the next best, to G. W. Pierce, - - - -
For the next best, to John L. D'Wolf, - • -
For the best Long Orange, twelve specimens, to J. Fillebrown,
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, ...
For the next best, to Walter Russell, ...
Corn. — For the best Sweet, twelve si^ecimens, to J. B. Moore,
For the next best, to G. "W. Pierce, - - - -
For the next best, to Bowen Harrington, - - -
For the best Yellow, or Field, of twenty-five ears, traced, (?)
to P. Skinner, --..-.
For the next best, not awarded,
• For the next best, " " ....
Cranberries. — For the best half bushel, (cultivated), to
James Comley, ......
For the next best, to "VV, G. Prescott, ...
MusKMELONS. — For the best Christiana, or Greenflesh, three
si^ecimens, to Bowen Harrington, ...
For the next best, to Walter Russell, ...
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby,
Watermelons.— For the best two specimens, to Daniel Clark,
For the next best, to J. B. Moore, ....
For the next best, to G. W. Harding, ...
Parsnips. — For the best Turnip rooted, twelve specimens, to
Anthony Hatch, ......
For the next best, to F. Skinner, . - _ -
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, ...
For the best Long, twelve specimens, to Josiah Crosby,
For the next best, to C. Birchard, ....
For the next best, to J. B. Moore, ....
PoTATOS. — For the best six varieties, a peck each, to F. Skinner,
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, ....
For the next best, to J. B. Moore, - . . -
For the best peck of Jackson, to Samuel Hartwell, -
For the best peck of Garnet Chili, to J. L. D'Wolf, -
For the best peck of Sebec, to Bowen Harrington, -
For the best peck of Early Goodrich, to C. N. Brackett,
For the best peck of Harrison, to John B. Moore,
Squashes. — For the best Marrow, four specimens, to Seth W.
Hathaway, .......
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - _ -
For the next best, to John Fillebrown, ...
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3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
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5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
3 00
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3 00
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For the best Hubbard, four specimens, to J. J. H. Gregory, 5?4 00
For the next best, to Franklin Alley, - - . 3 00
For the next best, to B. P. Ware, - - - - 2 00
For the best Turban, four specimens, to Seth W. Hathaway, 4 00
For the next best, to Franklin Alley, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - - - 2 00
For the best Canada, four specimens, to S. A. Merrill, - 3 00
For the next best, to B. Harrington, - - - 2 0>J
For the next best, to "Walter Eussell, - - - 1 00
For the largest and best Mammoth, not less than 100 lbs., the
Society's Silver Medal, to Anthony Hatch, ISl-i lbs.
For the next best, to J. S. Cabot, 129 lbs., - - . 3 00
Turnips. — For the best twelve specimens, to Jonas Gamraell, 3 00
For the next best, to C. IST. Brackett, - - - 2 00
For the next best, to E. Wason, - - - - 1 00
For the best twelve Swedish Turnips, to Samuel Hartwell, - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the next best, " " - - - - 1 00
Celery. — For the best four roots, to George Hill, - - 4 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to F. Skinner, - - - - 2 00
ToMATOS. — For the best three varieties, twelve specimens
each, to George W. Pierce, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to James Comley, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Daniel Clark, - - - - 2 00
For the best single dish of twenty-four specimens, to C. ^N".
Brackett, for Gen. Grant, - - - - - 3 00
Cauliflowers. — For the best four specimens, to Francis
Skinner, - - - - - - . -
For the next best, not awarded, - . . .
For the next best, " " ....
Cabbages. — For the best Drumhead, three specimens, to Seth
W. Hathaway, ......
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - - -
For the best single specimen, not less than thirty-five pounds,
to Seth W. Hathaway, 39 lbs., . . - .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Red Cabbage. — For the best three heads, to Francis Skinner,
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, . - - -
For the best Savoy, three heads, to Walter Eussell,
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - - -
Horse Radish. — For the best six roots, to John Fillebrown,
For the next best, not awarded, - - _ .
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3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
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2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
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68 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Peppers.— For the best peck, to C. N. Brackett, - - S3 00
For the next best, to B. Harrington, ...
For the next best, to C. N. Brackett, ...
Onions. — For the best peck of any one variety, to S. A. Merrill,
For the next best, to Samuel Ilartwell, ...
For the best four varieties, of a peck each, to George Hill, -
For the next best, to Samuel Hartwell, ...
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - . .
Egg Plants. — For the best Long Purple, six specimens, to
Walter Kussell, ......
For the next best, to C. IN". Brackett, . - .
For the next best, to E. "VVason, - . . .
For the best Bound Purple, or Black Peldn, six specimens,
to Josiah Crosby, ------
For the next best, to G. W. Pierce, - - - -
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby,
Pumpkins. — For the best four, and not less than twenty pounds
each, the Society's Silver Medal, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
. Special Prize.
Celery. — For the best four heads, a Silver Cup, to George
Hill, valued at - - - - - - 15 00
GRATUITIES AWARDED AT THE ANNUAL EXHIBITION.
To James J. II. Gregory, for Collection, . _ . ^10 00
James Comley, " - . . ,
G. W. Harding, ''....
Josiah Newhall, for Squashes, . - - .
W. G. Prescott, for Early Rose Potatoes,
Jonas Gammell, for Collection, - - _ .
George Hill, " ....
G. W. Harding, for Egg Plants, - - . .
Caleb Bates, for Sweet Potatoes, ....
Josiah Crosby, for Celery, . . . - .
C. N. Brackett, for Early Rose and Harrison Potatoes,
Edward Farmer, for Collection Squashes,
James Comley, " " ...
Elisha Tower, for Watermelons, . . - .
J. L. Bird, for Field Corn, . - - - .
C. N. Brackett, for Mammoth Squash,
AY. H. Barnes, for Squashes, .... -
Perez Smith, for Watermelons, . - - .
W. B. Newbery, for Endive, ....
A. Breese, for Collection Seedling Potatoes, Society's Silver Medal.
5 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
GARDEN committee's REPORT. 69
EEPOJiT OF THE COMMITTEE ON GAEDENS,
For the Year 18GS.
BY H. W. FULLER, ESQ.
Gardens are so various in character and products, that every memlDer
of an ordinary Couunittee cannot be expected to be an eccpert in all
departments. The Flower or Landscape Garden rau&t be judged by
persons trained a little beyond the orchard or vegetable ground ; and
greenhouses, nurseries or graperies require judgments matured b}'
familiarity with such subjects. The Society h^Ls, therefore, wiselj'
provided that the Chairmen of the several Committees " on Fruits,"
" on Flowers" and "on Vegetables" shall be, ex officio^ members of the
Garden Committee, which at times must need the knowledge and taste
of each of the others. And your Committee have not hesitated to
avail themselves of the company and experience of other members
skilled in the matters presented for examination; whereby they have
made the season pass off pleasantly and profitably.
They now take great pleasure in being able to report, that the past
year has shown a very manifest progress in the right direction. Indeed,
several gentlemen, whose enlistment in the cause of horticulture has
been comparatively of recent date, are making such strides that they
will soon overtake the drilled vctex-ans of our corps; and the Society
may well rejoice that so many are rising up, able and willing, to carry
forward the good work before us.
It has long been the pride, if not the boast, of this association, that
such disinterested, practical and experienced men were in its councils,
that merit whenever discovered would lie recognized and acknowledged.
The world is so progressive, and so raanj' things, new or rare, are con-
stantly presented, that the community, as well as your Committee,
should keep step with the times, and be made to advance accordingly.
The sciences all reflect light on each other. The microscope is as useful
to the gardener as to the anatomist. It will show him the enemies he
has to combat and the wants he must supply. In fact, the anatomist
will unfold to him the laws of growth and decay, and will teach him,
in pruning, "to cut close''' and "c«( smooth;''^ for if inches are left on the
stump the circulating sap will follow it to its end, and then, discouraged,
bury itself under the bark ancl blacken and excoriate the arm, instead
of creeping over or around a smooth surface to join in the ascent and
heal the wound. He will, perhaps, first master tho animal structure;
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but erelong he will be tracing out analogies in plants, and will show
them up in magnified models so plainly, that more of botany can be
learned from them in a week than from months of other study. Such
models ai'e now in this city exhibited at public lectures, and are recom-
mended earnestly to the attention of all.
The Avhole community are interested in growth and order; and if a
general education is essential to that end, so is the culture of taste and
a love of nature essential to a refined civilization. There is less crime
where the mind is full of flowers; less malice where plants instead of
faults are found; a neighbor's new seedling is better for discussion than
his failings. The- companionship of the sweet blooms of nature tends to
soften and refine. Set down the roughest immigrant where the lawn is
soft and velvety, and flowers in family groups are smiling, and shrubs
like candelabra stand showing their flames, and trees are waving
benedictions and the walks are shadowy and still; and you will find his
soul touched by a spell. He cannot break the order that surrounds
him. For the moment, he foi'gets himself, or rather, gets beyond him-
self, and feels the influence of an unseen power. He may quickly rally
and call his old self back again, and try to be as rude as ever; but he
will, probably, not quit the place Avithout turning to look once more
upon that quiet lesson, and may even speak of it to his associates. The
most uncultivated man in his senses cannot wend his way in solitude,
Avhere the violets and anemones grow, and the trees keep silence, with-
out a sensation that he is somewhere intermediate between the land of
men and the land of spirits; and if he should happen to wander into
one of our gardens of the dead, and mark the care and reverence which
tend the grave, might he not learn to respect the virtues which com-
mand such love and reverence?
One of the first spots visited by your Committee during the past sea-
son, was
Mt. Hope Cemetery.
This belongs now to the City of Boston, and is under the superintendence
of Mr. S. A. B. Bragg; to whom the Committee are indebted for
very kind attentions. The whole ground exhibited a marked imprgve-
ment since their last visit.
The avenues and paths were in good condition; the flowers were
better in kind and quality, and were arranged with more taste, produc-
ing more pleasing effects. The ribbon planting, of double and single
Portulacas in thick rows, supported by fit Jines of plants in their rear,
produced a fine effect; and although this sjlecies of ornamentation must
not be too often repeated or carried too far, yet as here displayed, it
reflected credit on the planters. Many of the flowers were cxquise.
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If a pond of clear water should be made in the low lands, fed by numer-
ous sjirings, it would add beauty and variety to the scenerj^; but there
is a steady progress over the ground which bespeaks a promising future.
The City having lately added more land by purchase, will erelong find
the place of great utility.
A gratuity of fifteen dollars is recommended to be given to the
Superintendent, for his successful efforts in improving the cemeter}'.
Your Committee next visited the
Grounds of Edward S. Eand, Jr., Esq., at Dedham.
Here they were received with great hospitality, and were shown
many objects of interest; but the hours passed so rapidly that all of
"Glen Ridge" — its plans and views, its plants and products — could
scarcely be examined. The show of standard Rhododendrons and Kal-
mias was truly admirable; and several trees and shrubs of excellence
were pointed out; among them the English cut-leaved beech, a very
large specimen, bushed to the ground over a circle of a dozen feet, and
rising up twenty feet, its leaves showing here and there a tendency to
revert to their original type, but checked at once byi&mputation of the
rebellious limbs, — the Pinus Nordmanniana (imported at considerable
cost), now four feet high, and proved to be hardy, one of the finest
of all exotic evergreens, — the Acer Negundo variegata, one of the best
foliaged trees; very effective when sujiported by a dark back ground
of green; and the Philadelphus Gordoni (or Gordon's Syringa), a
fine species. The hedge of Pyrus Japonica, ever beautiful and reliable
in leaf and flower, was also noticed here.
Such plantings deserve to be more general. In the open ground,
some dwarf apple trees, plums and cherries were seen, and more than
twenty varieties of the strawberry. But a practical experiment Avith
the Magnolias, — of which eight species of hardy kinds were observed,
— excited much interest. Near the front door of the mansion house,
were two trees or plants, both five years planted, receiving the same
sun, soil and care, yet one was twenty feet high and full of luxuriant
growth, and now has hundreds of flower buds on its branches; while
the other is only four feet high, a mere bush in comparison, and show-
ing very few buds for flowers; yet both are of the same species, 3£ag-
nolia consjncua, the only difference being, that the bush is on its own
root, and the tree was budded on the Magnolia acuminata, which seems
to give it wonderful vigor!
Mr. Rand's bulb-planting has been always a success; his lilies were
superb. He has borders of tulips, crocuses and hyacinths. But his
collection of native plants is, perhaps, unequalled. He has borders
devoted to the "Lady's Slipper;" growing finely, all the hardy species,
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trillium^ and nearly all the native plants from Acadia to west of the
Mississippi.
At the outset, some five or six j-ears ago, the ''Glen Ridge Estate"
embraced about nine acres; being little more than a cluster of hills,
dells and ridges, near the river side, romantic and picturef-que, but of
such sandy or gravell}' soil, and so overgrown with x'ines and other trees
or under growth as to give little promise for cultivation. These ele-
ments were to be subdued and organized. There was little room even
for a good drive-way to the mansion house which has been since erected.
All the improvements are, therefore, confined in a great measure to that
area; but now the estate includes about two hundred acres and affords
ample scope for the boldest worker. For zeal in floi-iculture and a love
of horticulture, Mr. Eand has long been celebrated, and this visit has
atforded your Committee great satisfaction. If, when the eye is weary
and unable to judge of colors, the looking upon a ground of normal
green will restore its power and tone, can we Avonder that the garden
and the green relieve the weary mind's eye, and restore it to a healthy,
normal mood, giving new vigor to the judgment and the will? Well
would it be if professional gentlemen more frequently sought such
restoration and enjo3nnent !
The Committee award to Mr. Rand a gratuitj' of twenty dollars.
On Friday, Sept. 4th, the Committee visited the
Grounds of our late President, Joseph Breck, Esq., at
Erightox,
where they found a fine display of double flowering Tortulacas. Many
of the flowers resembled exquisite miniature roses, of eveiy color, from
brilliant yellow to delicate white, buff, scarlet, variegated and crimson, —
a sight as beautiful as it was novel. The place makes slight pretensions
to landscape gardening and few attempts at grouping for effect, it being
for profit and experiment more than for show; but some fine asters and
zinnias, double and single, as well as balsams and phloxes were exhib-
ited. A few plants of rice, cotton and tobacco, from seeds, were growing
in the open air, not very promising. Mr. Breck has been so long known,
and holds so high a rank as a horticulturist, that it is needless to say
more. The Committee award to him a gratuity of ten dollars for his
success in raising the most lieautiful double Portulacas.
On the same day, your Committee visited the
Grounds of W. C. Strong, Esq., on Nonantum Hill, at
Brighton,
where they were received with the most agreeable hospitality. Here
they were shown some very interesting experiments in the propagation
of plants, and a field of four acres, covered with potato plants of active
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growth, from only six pounds of the '■'• Early Bose,^'' purchased in March,
at the cost of three dollars per pound. These had been produced from
cuttings, started under glass and again cut, and started every fortnight
and planted out, until the growth was very surprising. Opening two
or three hills of those longest planted, two or three good tubers were
found, with other small ones; and it was evident that a large yield
would be obtained, if the weather should prove favorable for a few
months. But unfortunately, northeast storms set in, and this crop, in
common with many others, was struck by disease, and nearly all lost.
Eighty-sis bushels of good sized tubers, besides some bushels of very
small ones, were measured as the product of six pounds of seed! (The
details of this experiment are fully given by Mr. Strong, in the January
number of Tilton's Journal of Horticulture.)
That the "Early Rose" is a free grower and good producer can-
not be doubted. With Mr. Strong it yielded much better than the
" Goodrich Early." Dr. Wight of Dedham, with ordinary care,
obtained sixty-four pounds, of fair sizes, from one pound of seed; and
Mr. George Davenj^ort of Dedham, rising guano and with care, raised
twelve bushels from tioo pounds of seed. The public, therefore, may
well be glad to welcome such a new comer! It is a singular fortune
that Mr. Breese, the originator of this variety, should have also pro-
duced another so valuable that a single pound of " Breese's 'No. 4" has
been sold for over fifty dollars — and both were obtained from a seed-
ai:)ple or ball of th^Oarnet Chili.
Mr. Strong has also been making some interesting exi^eriments in
the culture of the Grape, to ascertain the best mode of cutting, training
and fruiting the vines. But, perhaps one of his most useful and iiroflta-
ble experiments is the building of a Border House, in which he is
busily engaged, to demonstrate the practicability of forcing fruits and
flowers under glass at moderate expense, economizing time and fuel, and
having room for work.
For this purpose he selected the side of a hill — quite steep, and
measured up about ninety five feet, with a width of sixty-five feet. He
tlien built fourteen brick walls along the side of the hill, parallel to each
other, and about three feet high, and sixty-five feet long, so as to make
a series of steps and levels for border planting, and a walk for each,
enclosed at the ends by walls extending to the top of the hill. Thus
thirteen houses or borders are obtained, (13x65 feet), with deep gutters
for each, to prevent injury from snow slides and accumulation of water.
The furnace, placed at the lowest level, warms the whole; the heat
passing up through apertures left in the walls, near each end, so as to
spread over the whole enclosure. This, your Committee are informed,
is proving a success, and is worthy of examination.
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The public certainly owe much to Mr. Strong, not only for his con-
stant endeavors to advance the science of horticulture, but for his
careful and impartial statement of results. It is by the close observa-
tion of causes and effects, and the influences of times and seasons, and
b}" making due allowance for the peculiar circumstances of the case,
that experience becomes knowledge of value to the public.
The Committee recommend that a gratuity of twenty five dollars be
awarded to Mr. Strong for his very useful experiments in horticulture.
On the same day your Committee visited the
Pear Orchard of Mr. Henry P. Kendrick of Brighton,
near "West Longwood, or Allston. It has a front on North Beacon
Street of about three hundred feet, and extends back about eight hun-
dred and fifty feet; one fourth part of it, near the S. E. corner, being
too low for immediate cultivation, and the house and barn standing
above that portion. The ))art planted with trees is nearly level,
and constitutes about two-thirds of the whole area. One year ago,
last spring, this ground was a bog, overgrown with brush and waste
clumi)s of weeds and alders; but perceiving that the soil was strong
and mellow, Mr. Kendrick resolved to drain and plant it, and with
that pluck which so often characterizes the Yankee when he attempts
a new enterprise, he ploughed the ground in May, 1807, and by the
5th of June of that year had planted his pear trees, numbering
about three thousand, losing only about a dozen. Thkty-two of his trees
were over five inches in diameter, and fifteen years old when planted.
Having excavated a pond in the lowest land, and used the earth to
level up the orchard, he first laid out, at right angles to the street,
three drive-ways, each twelve feet wide, running entirely to the back
line of his lot, with a like drive-way around the borders. These drive-
ways were crossed at right angles, by five others of the same width,
with perfect precision. He then planted seven rows of trees between
the ways. Four rows for standai-ds, twelve feet apart, and three for
sale trees, each row containing twenty-five trees. Thus, like a checker-
board, with perfect squares, the trees were all arranged in line, both for
standards and for sale. The rocks were few, and were all gathered
into the driveways, for stability, or converted into underground drains.
The plantings did not exhibit any straining after the newest names—
but nearly two-thirds of all were the Louise Bonne, Duchesse and
Belle Lucrative; the residue were the Bartlett, Sheldon and Beurre
d'Anjou. The last season he gathered twelve l)ushels of Louise Bonnes,
of such quality that seven boxes of them sold for fifty dollars. Many
of his Duchesse weighed over a pound. The trees had been cut in, at
the outset, and are now well shaped and of good foliage. He has also
planted a few grape vines, and made his place a specimen of neatness,
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economy and thrift; a worthy example of industry and good sense.
His own kxbor and that of one hired man, with very little occasional
help, has occomplished the whole. The Committee recommend that a
gratuity of twenty dollars be given to him.
"BrIAK fSTONE."
On Monday, September 7, your Committee, by invitation of W. C.
Harding, Esq., visited his grounds, "Briar Stone," on the Grove Hall
road, in the Boston Highlands. Here they found evidence of general
good taste and great fidelity on the part of his gardener, Mr. Timothy
McCarthy, a young man reared in Boston, with a natural fondness for
flowers. He has evidently made good use of his time under the fostering
aid of his employer, who provides him with the best sources of knowl-
edge, and gives him an opportunity to read all the horticultural
publications of the day. In all places and in every department of fruits,
vegetables or flowers, under glass and in the grounds, everything was
well cai'ed for and arranged. As you entered from the street the drive
way was finely graded, and its gutters paved. On the 7-ight, was a
wild, natural rock-scenery, •with clusters of trees and shrubs and wild
vines, in contrast with a finished lawn and ornamental groupings on
the left. In front of the mansion door, on large pedestals, stood the
aloes and sago palm, visible from the piazza and windows; and here
and there appeared fine specimens of the Caladium bicolor, the Caladium
esculentum^ Ricinus^ Celosia and other striking plants. In different
places the plantings were unique. The tall Nicotiana (or tobacco
plant) with Canna Indica rubra, showing their broad green and crimson
leaves, and the Zea Japonica, some ten feet high, furnished a fine back
ground for the gladioli, the Dracaena versicolor and the Amaranthus
melancholicus. In the borders, the Centaureas, of various kinds, more
showy than Cinerarias, were planted.
N'ear the house was a splendid show of variegated Hydrangeas,
which with the A7naranthus and Perilla, the Caladium, ColeusVerschaf-
feltii and Veitchii, Bicinus sanguinius and terminalis, made a very
effective cluster on the lawn.
Two statues commanded the entrance to the greenhouses; and the
principal ante room (for billiards) was a model of its kind. Octagonal
in form, with rich doors, north and south; and bay windows, east and
west, of good width; and floor of light and dark wood, alternate; and
walls and borders to match, well furnished, and with writing desk,
books, and writing materials for the gardener, it combined more of
taste and comfort than is often seen. Entering the plant-house through
such a room, you forget the passage by the interest felt in the small
but rare collection of plants within. Here were admirable Gloxinias,
especially the Marik pih and erecta; the Sanchezia nohilis variegata; the
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Acacia puhcscens Jlorihunda;the Haworthia spiralis longiflora, sweet
as a Jasmine; and seventeen out of eighteen of Monsieur Blue's
Caladiums — (no better, perhaps, than some others) and- fine specimens
too of the DaJechampia Jioezliana rosea, the Ajithurium regaJis and
Caladium esculentum. Out of doors, the Gladioli, Zinnias, imported
Roses, Dahlias, Alyssum, Lavendula and other flowers abounded. To
Mr. Harding we are indebted for the introduction of several new
varieties of greenhouse plants; among them the Dalechampia and
Sanchezia, above mentioned.
Descending into a valley, the Committee found melons, luxurious
corn, cauliflowers, celery, apples, pears, quinces, squashes and potatoes,
in fine condition; showing that the useful had not been overlooked.
After a most sumptuous repast, during a thunder storm, with an
abundance of liquid grape to quench the lightning, the Committee
carried away with them the most pleasing recollection of the contriver
of so much that was pleasing. They have awarded to Mr. Harding
the first premium of twenty dollars.
Forest Hills Cemetery.
On Wednesday, September 9, by invitation of the Commissioners of
Forest Hills Cemetery, the Committee visited that beautiful burial
place. The Commissioners and Superintendent very kindly met them,
with carriages, at the depot, and took them through the grounds,
afibrcling every facility for a thorough examination. The whole area
for burials is about one hundred and fifty-six acres; but other grounds
for workmen, greenhouses, stables, &c., are also owned in connection
■with the Cemetery. Three new and substantial greenhouses, west of
the entrance, are now nearly completed, with other propagating houses
for the use of. the place. These are of the most approved and enduring
character, and are said to be models fit for study. The changes, which
have been great during the past two years, strike you at once.
The avenue, leading to the gate, has been expanded, and bounded on
the east by a heavy stone wall, ornamented and lasting, quite in keeping
with the gateway. The old wooden gatehouse has disappeared, and in
its place is found a costly and extensive structure of Gothic style, of
Roxbury stone, with Caledonian facings, unique and striking, after the
design of C. W. Panter, architect. On either side of the main opening
rises a solid tower and spire, with Gothic finial and ample side sup-
ports; and from tower to tower, above the arched entrance, runs a
row of small Gothic arches and pillars, and an ornamental entablature,
surmounted by a rising centre peak and finial. Conspicuous in front is
the inscription,
" He that keepeth thee will not slumber."
On the hill top, west, now stands the superintendent's house, removed
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from below, improving the view. Here he is accessible and near to
the new greenhouses and propagating houses, and to the oflices and
principal operations of the place. Passing through the gate, between
the towers, the avenues diverge from a paved semicircle, and directly
on the right is seen a fine rosette of ribbon-planting, sombre, yet
pleasing, having a centre of variegated maize, a ring of Coleus Verschaf-
feltii and Coleus Blumei, within a circle of Cinerarias, silvery and
bright, set in a low bordering of moss and rock; while just across the
avenue, the lively Gladioli, in grand assembly, challenged admiration,
by contrast. The whole place was alive with flowers. Pollowing the
dilTerent avenues they were found to be in excellent condition, and
generally bordered by turf or plants. The pond was clear, and neatly
cared for, graced by several swans, and set in living green.
OnWeigelea Path a modest marble monument toTHADDEUS Clapp
bears upon its face, in bold relief, a perfect model of "Clajip's Favorite"
pear.
In another part of the ground, a large scroll of thin marble is care-
lessly thrown over a rough conglomerate rock, so light, so wavy and
so white, that one could easily imagine that the veteran Editor, (whose
name it bears) W. W. Clapp, had dropped at last his unstained paper
on the stone, over which the ivy was growing lovingly.
One lot was noticed, on Weigelea Path, where, instead of a stone
border, the periwinkle was planted and trimmed into perfect line vividly
green, and contrasting favorably with the hammered stone around
neighboring lots.
Consecration Hill has shared in the general progress, and exhibited
excellent specimens of border flowers, double and single.
Near the pond, and on a small triangle, some fine specimens of the
trailing Lobelia bordering were seen. No plant surpasses this for unob-
trusive beauty, and no other can be substituted for it. "When planted
(with the Myosotis for early filling, and to be removed as soon as the
Lobelia blooms) the eflect is always charming. At the lot of Mr. Harding,
which was smoothly clipped, the modest Lobelia and Alyssum, with va-
rieties of Coleus, produced a very pleasing eflect. Much had been done
everywhere; and many fine monuments and adornments were noticed;
especially near the pond. These, with a good breadth of lawn and
sunlight, and a glittering water view, prepared the observer for pleasur-
able sensations from the accessory flowers. Here was seen one of the
longest, brightest and most admirable ribbons of Portulacas, double
and single, which lacked only a proper background to charm the eye;
but as it had been supported principally by Asters, which, dying, left
vacancies and imperfections, the otherwise beautiful picture was un-
finished. It was like a piece of new cloth on an old garment: a hint to
planters which experience gives.
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The Corporation have certainly shown the utmost liberality in the
care of their grounds, and the proprietors of lots have been equally
anxious to embellish the place. Many costly monuments have been
added, and the general success has been very great. Your Committee
have found much to approve and little to condemn: but they cannot
close this notice without some mention of the lot of William Dwight,
Esq., (on Consecration Avenue and Weigelea and Lily Paths.)
Here the characteristics of fine taste and exquisite feeling are mani-
fested. Starting evidently without a thought of cost, with the sole
intent to pay perpetual honor to the dead, without any bald display,
and so to build that time should not impair, or frosts disturb the
memorial to be reared, he selects a lot of large dimensions, backed by
huge bowlders of brown conglomerate rock; and after securing well
the boundaries, and smoothing the earth into lawn, he makes these
bowlders the monuments of the lot. On the nearly perpendicular face
of one — which has a slight projection, like a visor, near the top — a
recess is cut, with sides so rough that no mark of chisel can be found.
This recess is like the entrance to a tomb with massive doors; and
fitting it closely a large memorial tablet of solid bronze is here in-
serted, highly ornamented and artistic, with two swords in the centre
and wreaths of bay in high relief, and thereon, in lasting letters, are
inscribed the names of his two patriot sons, who gave their lives for
our country:
" Wilder Dwight, Lieut. 2d Eeg. Mass. Volunteers, killed at the
battle of Antietam."
"Howard Dwight, Assistant Adjutant General."
Over the rock, and coming down, as if to do homage to these names,
were wild vines growing. All the surroundings were in perfect har-
mony, and the whole was exceedingly suggestive to the observing
mind.
The Committee, in closing, would acknowledge their obligations to
the Commissioners, and to Mi-. Morton, for one of the most agreeable
visits of the season, and recommend that a gratuity of Twenty Dollars
be awarded to Forest Hills Cemetery for its marked improvement.
Mount Auburn and Woodlawn Cemeteries have not been visited this
year by your Committee in a body, but individual members report
great improvements in them, and Woodlawn has lately added seventy-
six acres to her territory.
CoL. Wilder's Grounds.
After leaving Forest Hills your Committee accepted the invitation of
our tried friend. Col. Marshal P. Wilder, to visit his place in Dorchester.
As usual they did not leave him without gaining pleasure and profit.
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There they saw, probably the best boi-cler o^ the Alternayithera amahilis
in the country. This beautiful border plant was first introduced by
him into this section of the country, and through him its merits have
chiefly become known. Here, too, one of the finest displays of Japan
Lilies was seen. When, some years ago, he announced that he had
successfully impregnated the Lilium lancifoUum with L. tigrinum, this
hybrid experiment was either doubted or regarded as a freak rather
than a law of nature : but Col. Wilder exhibited to your Committee full
pods of the same crossing, this year; and, what much surprised your
Committee, a perfectly successful impregnation of the Japan Lily by the
Oloriosa superba! The seeds did not vegetate till the second year,
coming up, indeed, but growing very slowly. All doubts, therefore,
must give way to these established facts. There they saw, also, the
original tree of the Ahhy Wilder Camellia, ten feet high, still in a
condition to yield its blooms of beauty. While partaking of his hos-
pitality and tasting his wines, a discussion arose as to the merits of the
Ives' Seedling as a red wine grape, and it may not be amiss to add,
that after careful trial and comparison, the Committee was unanimously
of opinion that the Ives' Seedling was fairly entitled to all the praise
bestowed upon it. The flavor is rich and fruity, and it compares well
with the best European brands.
To Col. Wilder the Committee return their thanks for his kindness,
and award to him a gratuity of twenty dollars for his successful
axperiments with lilies.
DocT. Lodge's Orchards.
Doct. Lodge having invited the Committee to examine his apple
orchard and grounds at Swampscott, they visited that place in Septem-
ber. Here they found the most perfect example of the wine-glass type
of apple-pruning to be seen in Massachusetts. Every tree, and almost
every limb showed the persevering care and personal attention of the
master-spirit, and had shape according to his pattern: but many of the
trees, although beautiful in figure and carefully watched, had evidently
seen severe times on the coast, and a few indicated suffering. Some,
indeed, showed excellent fruitage, and in all, the theories peculiar to
their trainer were carried out thoroughly and persistently. It is
always, however, a hard experiment to produce good fruit trees where
the sea-storms strike directly on them. The apple brchard is curious
and well worth seeing, but the pear trees had not an encouraging
aspect. Strawberries were in fine order and well cultivated, and the
vegetable garden was good. Here was an ingenious method of draining,
by siphon, a rock-bound swale, and converting it into rich meadow, but
the pruning experiment under such difficulties cannot yet be deemed a
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full success. Years must be required to establish his theoiy. These
grounds, when taken by Dr. Lodge, were little better than a -wilderness of
trees and rocks, exposed to sea spray, and with little soil to work upon.
Plis avenue now is long and shady, within his own donuiin, and he has
made ceveral grass plots and garden spots where only waste and wood,
were found at the outset. It is a valuable place, with grand sea views,
retired from noise and interruption, where health and comfort can be
hopefully sought.
The Gardex of S. G. Damon, Esq., Arlington.
Ou the eighteenth of September, the Committee visited the garden
of Mr. Damon, and were so much pleased with its appearance, that the
Chairman was induced to visit there again on the twenty-ninth day of
that month.
The grounds are near the centre of the town, and contain a little less
than three acres, and yet they comprise a complete vegetable and fruit
garden, with flowers enough on the street for home use. The lot is
about seven hundred feet long, and about one hundred and sixty feet
wide, and almost every foot is usefully employed; being well and
closely enclosed. Blackberry and raspberry bushes are planted along
the easterly side; and on the north and west, grape vines of difierent
varieties were trained against the fence. Next to the vines and bushea
a path of five or six feet was left, and then another row of grape vines
of various kinds, parallel to the fence and nearer to the other vines than
was desirable. The inside row uniformly did better than those shaded
by them in the rear ; but all these vines exhibited better growth and
fruit than other gardens during this season, especially the Delaware
grape; all were vigorous and very prolific and were rapidly ripening,
the clusters hanging lower than one's head. The largest number of
vines were Delawares and the best in fruit. They were trained exper-
imentally in two ways, the back row on perpendicular wires, one foot
apart, and the front row on horizontal wires. Those exposed most
to the sun fiourished best and had the best clusters.
Among these the Committee noticed the Adirondac, which has
ripened early; the Diana, lona, Creveling and Israella, worthy of men-
tion; and the Concord, Salem, Lydia, Northern Muscadine, Kogers'
Xo. 4, Bull's Cottage, Una and Ives' Seedling, the last named promis-
ing well. Four years ago these were little more than small cuttings.
The best of them were planted in ground trenched to the dejith of
eighteen inches, turning up a rich virgin soil. Little dressing has been
used, the ground being rich and sandy. 'No signs of blight or mildew
appeared, as sun and air were on the vines. With the exception of a
few plants exposed to the easterly wind, all seemed to thrive well. A
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few vines were trained spirally on arms projecting from a perpendicu-
lar post, so that they could be cast oft' and drop, like a hoop skirt, to
the ground in winter, but with no perceptible advantage.
A fine row of currant bushes in some places were in front of the
grajjes and in full bearing. The middle part of the parallelosrram was
filled with rows of vegetables; beets, carrots, celery, cabbages, cauliflow-
ers, turnips, parsnips, asparagus and corn, between apple trees, pear
trees and peaches; and ample beds of strawberries (75 X 30) mostly
the Jiicunda^ from which over three hundred boxes were sold this sea-
son, found place in the sun. The pear trees were mostly dwarfs in full
bearing, the most fruitful and vigorous being the Duchesse, once so
neglected. Some of the Clairgeau were fine: the Prince Albert, Flem-
ish Beauty, Maria Louise and other varieties looked well. The Louise
Bonnes were the least promising. The Committee were sorry to see that
the Vicar of Winkfield was considerably cracked. The apple and peach
trees looked well, and even the gooseberry bushes, nearer the house,
were so trimmed in as to show no blight or mildew.
The ground had become a little overstocked, and many of the young-
est trees should be sold out to help the standards, and let in the sun
upon the vegetables. The soil was exceedingly easy of cultivation, and
strong enough for any crop; but the place has been admirably managed,
producing great results, and furnishes a fine example for imitation.
Around the mansion house, near the street, the landscape gardener
would wish to make some changes, to give more breadth and rich-
ness, and have the place less cramped; but taking it as a whole, it is
the most perfect fruit and vegetable garden, and the most economically
managed, of any your Committee have known. One man, assisted by
Mr. Damon, evening and morning as he had opportunity, with a little
occasional help, has done the whole work, and yet scarcely a weed could
be found on the place. For economy and profit, thorough husbandry,
and practical success in fruits and vegetables, Mr. Damon is awarded
the first premium of twenty dollars.
The Committee have not visited the grounds of Doct. Kelley this
season, although, since the cold weather has set in, they have been noti-
fied that he wishes to be considered a candidate for the Hunnewell
prize.
In conclusion, the Committee must again advert to the very large
prizes offered by H. H, Hunnewell, Esq., (from forty dollars to one
hundred and sixty dollars,) for grounds laid out with the most taste,
planted most judiciously, and kept in the best order for three successive
years. It would undoubtedly afford the benevolent giver of these
prizes great satisfaction to know that places of the extent required had
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been so planned and kept as to merit them. lie has done and is con-
stantly doing much to improve the taste in Floriculture and Landscape
Gardening, and the influence of his example, in his own grounds and
culture, is extremely beneficial to the community. We hope that soon
competitors for these high prizes will be found, and that the good
intentions of Mr. Hunnewell, may be heartily seconded by some of
our co-laboi'ers.
All which is respectfully submitted,
For the Committee,
H. W. FULLEE, Chairman.
LIBRARY committee's REPORT. 83
EEPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON THE LIBRARY,
For the Year 1868.
by edward s. rand, jr., chairman.
The value of a Avell- selected library to the horticulturist cannot be
over-estimated. From books he reads the record of the failure and suc-
cess of others, and by means of these charts he is enabled more certainly
to hold his course to the wished-for jDort. But even a small horticultu-
ral library is an expensive luxury, in which very few can aftbrd to
indulge.
As a rule, scientific books are very expensive, and in this the science
of Horticulture otTers no exception.
The cost of a single illustrated volume may be a hundred dollars, and
full sets are still more costly. And here we touch upon one of tlie groat
missions of our Society, which, formerly neglected, even now, we fear,
is not fully appreciated.
To give each member access to a complete horticultural librarj' is
one of the duties which, as a Society, we are called upon to perform.
Individually we cannot have such a library; its cost would exceed our
means, even before its bulk outgrew 'the accommodations of a private
house; but, as a Society, we can have it, and thus each member can,
individually, have the use of it, and be a quasi proprietor.
Again, in Horticulture there are many thousands of volumes which
are only useful for occasional reference. With these we would not cum-
ber the shelves of a private library, but such works would find their
proper resting place in the library of our Society. Here they would
be accessible to all, reference would be easy, and the advantage derived
from such consultation by members would be incalculable.
We know there is a class in the community who would sneeringly say,
" What is the use of such a lot of books? It is throwing away money."
Thank Heaven, those who hold such sentiments are becoming fewer
each year. What is the use of books? rather, how are they not useful?
They are for reference, for study, for pleasure, for profit, for informa-
tion, for assistance in the practice of horticultural science, and in the
case of illustrated works, for elevating the mind to a perception of nat-
ure's beauties, and affording to all a sight of the wonders of floral life,
which, perhaps, only the wealthy can indulge in the living examples.
" Throwing away money! " Rather making a most profitable invest-
ment. Looking only at the purchase of a library, in a pecuniary point
of view, the lowest manner in which it can be regarded, it is money
invested at compound interest.
84 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Experience has repeatedly shown, that a well selected library in-
creases wonderfull}' in value, and though this aspect is not one which
we wish to prominently present, yet it is well it should not be lost sight
of, as an answer to the argument that money spent in books is thrown
away. As an illustration, the writer can point to volumes purchased by
him while Chairman of the Library Committee, a few years since,
which now, would readily bring five times the money they cost, and
gome of which cannot be procured at any price.
And this leads us to another consideration. As we have said, the first
cost of horticultural books is large, and for this reason only small edi-
tions are printed, often only sufficient to supply subscribers, and thus
the books are soon out of print, and become very scarce.
The library of this Society is the proper repository of all such books.
There they can be preserved, cared for, used by us in our day, and hand-
ed down to coming generations.
We have now a good nucleus for a Library. "We possess many rare
and valuable volumes, but there are, in Boston, private horticultural li-
braries larger and finer than that of this Society. We have a good
beginning, but our aim must be high: no less than to make our library
contain a copy of every published work on Horticulture. This is not
the work of a year, or of a decade; a century hence, long after we are
laid to rest, it will be incomplete' but we have to remember that our
Society, while benefiting us to-day, is not for to-day alone, but for all
time, and that M'hile we work together here for mutual advantage, we
are also woi-king for future ages, doing our part, be it great or be it
small, for the advancement of a science which shall glorify the future,
and of which we, perhaps, see but the light before the dawning, the full
glory of whose rising, coming ages are to know.
If any one is incredulous as to tha deficiencies in our Library, let him
merely look over the list of books used by Pritzel in preparing Iconum
Botanicarum, which will be foimd on the first pages of that volume; and,
remembering that these comprise only illustrated works, see how many
of those there mentioned are to be found on the library shelves of the
Massachusetts Horticultural Society.
Your Committee are gratified to be able to report, that the circulation
of the Library is steadily increasing, and, during the past year, has
reached nearly or quite one thousand volumes. Every facility is oflfered
for its use, and the value of the services rendered to the Society by Mr.
Buswell, as Librarian, cannot be over-estimated.
The Heading Room has also been in constant use, and is of great
practical benefit.
The Committee have expended nearly the whole appropriation of $.500,
only a small balance remaining, which will be needed for binding. They
LIBRARY committee's REPORT. 85
have added many rare and valuable books, as will be seen by reference
to the accompanying lists. In view of the wants and deficiencies of the
Library, your Committee feel justified in asking as large an ai^propria-
tion as the judgment of the Finance Committee may deem justifiable.
The sum of five hundred dollars is sufficient for the running expenses
of library and reading room, and for the purchase of a few new books,
but at least as large a sum should be placed at the disposal of the Com-
mittee, as a contingent fund, for the purchase of rare or valuable books.
Opportunities for such purchases occasionally occur, and often at low
prices, but they cannot be availed of unless the money is appropriated,
and before a quarterly meeting, at which alone approj)riations can be
made, the opportunity is lost.
Library Accessions for 1868.
purchased.
Manual of Cranberry Culture, B. Eastwood.
Botany of Beech^^'s Voyage to the Pacific and Behring's Strait.
Blume's Flora Javae, 4 vols.
Orchidees de I'Archipel Indien et du Japon, Blume.
Rand's Bulbs, two copies.
Parkman's Book of Roses, duplicate.
Rand's Parlor and Garden, "
" Garden Flowers, "
Henderson's Gardening for Profit, "
Strong's Grapes, "
Hop Culture.
Bonner's Method of Manure Making.
Our Garden Friends and Foes.
American Home Garden.
Figuier's Vegetable World.
Grindon's Phenomena of Plant Life.
Peat and its Uses.
Elements of Scientific Agriculture.
Draining for Profit and Health.
Warder's Hedges and Evergreens.
Elements of Agricultural Chemistry and Geology.
Boussingault's Rural Economy.
American Horticultural Annual, 1868.
Jaques' Garden and Manual of Horticulture.
Rivers' Miniature Fruit Garden.
Indian Corn, its Culture and Uses.
Jaeger's Life of Korth American Insects.
86 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
"Williams' Orchid Growers' Manual, 3d edition.
" Select Ferns and Lycopods.
Liebig's Natural Laws of Husbandry.
Meehan's Hand Book of Ornamental Trees.
Pedder's Land Measurer.
Thomiison's Food of Animals and Man.
Springer's Forest Life and Forest Trees.
Every Lady her own Flower Gardener.
Solly's Kural Chemistry.
Liebig's Principles of Agricultural Chemistry.
" Familiar Letters on Chemistry.
Hooker's Icones Filicum, two magnificently Illustrated volumes.
Browne's Field Book of Manures.
Bement's Poulterer's Companion, new edition.
Rural Affairs, 4th volume.
Production et Fixation des Varieties dans les Yegetaux.
Traite General de Botanique. Par M. M. Maout. Decaisne.
Grindon's Sexuality of N^ature.
" Little Things of Nature.
" Nature, Varieties and Phenomena of Life.
Steinmetz's Sunshine and Rain.
Hoopes's Book of Evergreens.
Hulme's Plant Form.
Paxton's Botanical Dictionary, new edition.
Figuiers Insect AVorld.
Thompson's Handbook of the Flower Garden.
Grindon's Trees of Old England.
Catalogue of Phfenogamous Plants of the United States, and of
Cryptogamous Plants of North America.
First and Fifth Annual Reports of Central Park Commissioners, 1857,
18G1. (Set complete, except No. 3 wanting.)
BOOKS PRESENTED.
3 Vols. New England Farmer, to complete the set, R. P. Eaton.
Amateur Cultivator's Guide, E. F. Washburn.
Fuller's Strawberry Culturist, A, S. Fuller. ■
" Small Fruit " " " "
Forest Tree " " "
Grape " " "
" Record of Horticulture, 2 vols., 1867 and 18G8, A. S. Fuller,
Dictionnaire de Pomologie, Vol. L, Poires, A to C, by the Author,
Andre Leroy.
LIBRARY committee's REPORT. 87
Patent Office Eeport, Department of Agriculture, 1866, Patent Office.
Transactions Illinois State Ag. Soc, Vol. I., 1853-4, Dr. S. A. Green.
Gardener's Year Book, 1868, by Kobt. Hogg, J. Parker.
Reports of Secretary of State Board of Agriculture of Connecticut,
Vols. 1 and 2, 1866 and 1867, W. H. Yeomans.
Heports, Transactions, &c., presented.
Transactions Middlesex Agricultural Society, 1867.
" Worcester Horticultural Society, 1867.
" Essex Agricultural Society, 1867.
" Illinois State Horticultural Society, 1867.
Eleventh Ann. Report of Commissioners of Central Park, 1867.
Pifteenth Ann. Report of Secretary of Board of Agriculture of Massa-
chusetts, 1867.
Sixth Ann. Report of Secretary of State Board of Agriculture of
Michigan, 1867.
Proceedings of Boston Society of Natural History, Vol. XI.
Memoirs, &c., " " " "
Proceedings of American Antiquarian Society, Nos. 49 and 50.
Report of American Pomological Society, 1867.
1-8 Kos. Report of Commissioners of Prospect Park, Brooklyn, N. Y.,
1861-1868.
History of the Plough, and Report of Trial of Ploughs at Utica, Sept.,
1867, and of a special trial at Brattleborough, to determine
several disputed questions respecting the action of the Plough.
Our thanks are still due the publishers of the Daily Advertiser and
the Boston Transcript for their daily papers; and of the Ohio Farmer,
Prairie Parmer and California Farmer, for their weeklies.
The following Periodicals have been taken:
English. — Gardener's Chronicle.
Gardener's Weekly Magazine.
Curtis's Botanical Magazine.
Floral Magazine.
Florist and Pomologist.
Farmer's Magazine.
Journal of Horticulture and Cottage Gardener.
Journal of the London Agricultural Society.
French. — Revue Horticole.
Illustration Horticole.
Flore des Serres et des Jardins de I'Europe.
Le Jardin Fruitier.
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American. — Boston Cultivator.
Massachusetts Ploughman.
New England Farmer, "Weekly and Monthly.
Gardener's Monthly.
Horticulturist.
Magazine of Horticulture.
American Farmer.
Country Gentleman.
American Agriculturist.
Silliman's Journal of Science and Art.
Tilton's Journal of Horticulture.
American Naturalist.
EDWAKD S. BAND, Jr.,
For the Library Committee.
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FINANCE committee's REPORT. 89
REPORT OF THE FINANCE COIIITTEE.
Januaey, 1869.
The Finance Committee report, that they have performed the duties
assigned them by the 17th By-Law, in exercising a supervision of the
building and other property of the Society.
They have examined and audited the Treasurer's accounts, which have
been found correct.
Owing to unavoidable delays, they have not been able to complete the
examination and settlement of the Mt. Auburn Cemetery account, in
season for this meeting, but have received the sum of forty-eight hun-
dred dollars on account thereof, which is respectfully submitted, by
C. O. WHITMOEE,
Chairman of Finance Committee.
TEEASUKEE'S ACCOUNT FOE 1868.
Eeceipts of Income.
Balance of Cash on hand,
Admissions and Assessments,
Eent of Stores, . . . -
Eent of Halls, - - - - -
Gross Eeceipts from Eose Show,
" " " Annual Exhibition,
Deposit to pay Prizes, balance uncalled for, •
Eeceived from Mt. Auburn Cemetery, on ac-
count, _ ■ _ - -
Sundry Eeceipts, . - - -
Expenditures.
Salaries and compensations, -
Library accessions, - - - -
Heating and water, less amount paid by ten-
ants, 339 68
$398 69
1,948 00
11,408 88
8,368 33
261 75
850 25
163 30
4,800 00
158 75
!B2,100 00
498 01
S28,357 95
90
MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Insurance on Library five years,
Interest, _ _ . - -
Gas, ------
Expenses Kose Show, - - - -
" Annual Exhibition,
Taxes, ------
Additions, alterations and repairs, on Iniilding,
New furniture, refitting and repairs, -
Stationery, postage and printing,
Labor and incidental expenses,
Reduction floating debt, - - -
Deposit in Market Bank, on account of prizes.
Cash to balance, . - - -
The floating debt Jan. 1st, 1868, was
Paid during the year, -
Leavinor a balance of -
The property of the Society consists of its
real estate, building and furniture, costing,
at date, $253,001 52
Library, 6,921 95
Cash in Treasury, . - - - 388 84
^150 00
6,454 70
731 32
231 56
1,058 38
3,015 24
1,161 47
382 77
805 72
1,040 26
8,500 00
1,500 00
388 84
S28,357 95
S19,500 00
8,500 00
S11,000 00
S260,312 31
The Society owes a debt, secured by mort-
gage, of $100,000 00
A floating debt of - - - - 11,500 00
Slll,500 00
Leaving a balance which represents the cost
to the Society, of its property at date, of -
$148,812 31
FINANCE committee's REPORT. 91
Our list of members at the commencement of
the year numbered, Life, - - - 462
Changed from Subscription to Life, - - 3
New members, . _ . _ 18
— 21
Less, deceased, - . . _ 3
— 18
480
Subscription, ----- 532
New members, . . . _ 20
Less, deceased, - - - - 8
Discontinued, ----- 25
Become Life, ----- 3
— 36
— 516
Total, - - - - 99G
552
Income from the above source:
18 new Life members,
20 Annual "
444 Assessments collected,
3 commutations.
Arrears collected.
S540 00
200 00
888 00
60 00
260 00
Sl,948 00
Ten persons have been elected who have not yet complied with the
conditions of payment. The 25 whose names have been erased for non-
payment, are hopeless cases, mainly of long standing. A few more
remain on the list through hopefulness.
Although our list has not been much enlarged, we have exchanged
dead weight for live material, and are in a far more healthy condition
thereby.
In the list of members, the record of deaths and of the residences of
the living, may be inaccurate, yet it is in accordance with the best infor-
mation at my command. I look to members for their assistance in its
correction.
This subject leads me to refer to our Album of Photographs. It holds
the likenesses of many of our members, and is valuable and interesting
accordingly, yet a large space remains to be filled, and an earnest ap-
peal is here made to all members, for aid in supplying the deficiency.
92 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTDRAL SOCIETY.
The stores remain rented as at date of last report, except the lower
onie on Bromfleld street. That has been united by an archway, with the
adjoining one, and rented to the lessees of the latter, at a small advance
on former rates. This gives us exclusive use of the furnace vault. A
contract for the care of the furnaces, having expired, w^e have assumed
that duty, with a manifest gain in comfort and cost.
The falling otf in the income from the Halls is attributed, in a great
degree, to the small number of entertainments pending the Presidential
canvass, yet we hope the balance of the season will make amends.
Our Finance Committee have had constant supervision of the prop-
erty and finances of the Society, and have rendered valuable aid in the
management.
To the zeal, urbanity and courtesy, of all who frequent these rooms,
we may attribute much of our prosperity in the work which we have in
hand.
The Library and its room are accessible during all business hours.
Hoilicultural information and objects of interest are sought and freely
dispensed for the welfare of the Society, and all are invited to lend their
aid in this direction.
EespectfuUy submitted,
E. W. BUSWELL, Treasurer,
Boston. January 16, 1869.
REPORT ON SEEDS FROM INDIA. 93
REPORT ON SEEDS FROM NORTHERN INDIA,
BY PROF. JOHN L. RUSSELL.
To THE President of the Mass. Horticultural Society :
Sir, — The package of named seeds from Northern India, presented
to the Society by the Rev. C. H. A. Dall, and committed to the Professor
of iJotany for inspection and report, I have examined and stndied with
the best authorities at my command, and would hereby respectfully
Report:
1. Aralia papyrifera. The pith of this tree is cut into extremely
thin sheets, and makes the rice paper of the Chinese. About the year
1857 sections of it were exhibited to the London Hoi-ticultural Society.
The paper is used extensively in the manufacture of elegant paper
flowers, and is employed by ladies in ornamenting their dresses. The
tree was brought from Formosa by Mr. Fortune.
2. Michelia Champaca is a lofty tree with fragrant flowers, and
belongs to the much esteemed family of the Magnolia.
3. Ahutilon marmoratum is a species not found in the Catalogues, but
of the genus to which the familiar striatum and insigne of our green-
houses belong.
4. Dombeya. This genus is composed of large trees, with flowers
like those of the Mallows ; a species figured in the Botanical Magazine,
Vol. 56, No. 2905, will give a good idea of them.
5. Hibiscus mutabilis and Hibiscus speciosa are elegant and familiar
perennials.
6. Of Hibiscus Sub Dariffa I know nothing.
7. Sterculia color ata represents a genus of lofty trees, with showy
flowers and fetid leaves.
8. Gaura Lindlemeri belongs to a genus of the CEnothera, with
attractive and numerous blossoms in some of the numerous species of
the garden.
9. Melaleuca. The seeds of this are probably those of M. leucaden-
dron or the Cajaputi tree, the oil extracted from which is so celebrated
in medicine. The several species are trees belonging to the Mj'rtle
family.
10. Cassia auricxdata is an ornamental shrub of four feet in height,
introduced into Great Britain as early as 1777, and probably familiar to
gardeners here.
94 MASSACHUSETTS UORTICDLTURAL SOCIETY.
11. Cassia glauca (Lamarck) is a Malabar species. The Cassia have
usually spikes of yellow flowers, and blossom freely.
12. Poinciana pulcherrima and Poinciana regia are plants of the
leguminous order, requiring great heat, and bearing very showy blos-
soms. See Bot. Mag., Vol. 25, 995, and 50, 2884.
13. Casuarina equisetifoUa. This is a large tree of the South Sea
Islands, with very hard wood, the material for clubs, and singular
looking leaves, like those of the Equisetum or horsetail of our swamps.
See London Horticultural Society's Transactions, Vol. III., 12.
14. Meesia. The Meesia serrata is identical with Walkera serrata,
a tree with bitter juice and yellow flowers, not unlike those of the
garden Rue.
15. Coffea Bengalensis. A small-kerneled Coflee, and a variety
pei'haps of the Coffea Arabica.
10. Bignouia chelenoides (Persoon) is a lofty tree, and
17. Bignonia muUijuga is figured in Wallich's Asiatic Plants, 95, 90.
A work very much needed in the Society's Library, and could be proba-
bly procured for S75. The seeds of the Bignonia, as is well known, are
broadly winged. The thin membranes of the seeds of these two East
India species are exquisitely beautiful, as seen when magnified, rivalling
if not surpassing the most rare lace.
18. Tecoma sta)is. The Tecoma, as is well known to gardeners, is a
genus of the Bignonia, of great beauty. This species is figured in the
Botanical Magazine, Vol. 59, figure 3191. I have seen the plant in
collections about Boston.
19. Euputoriwn -pamculatum is a biennial with pinkish flowers in
panicles; from the woolly crown of the seeds it is also called Eriopappus
in some collections.
20. Bale Apple. From the character of the seeds, I infer that this
plant is a Solanum, perhaps Solanum mammosum, acrid and poisonous;
or, as it is called, Bale Aj^ple Tz-ee, it may be Scopolia or Scopolina
atropoides (Schultz) an East Indian i^lant, related to Ilyoscyamus and
Belladonna.
21. Carina Indica, Canna Scarlet and Canna Yelloto. The first of
these is the Common red floAvered Indian Shot: the second is probably
the C. coccinea of the gardens, and the third is proba]>ly Canna lutea, of
which a figure may be seen in the Botanical Magazine, Vol. 40, No.
2085. The value of these seeds is more of a botanical kind than of
floricultural, as they probably are typical of species; while the cultiva-
tion of subtropical and broad foliaged plants has originated superior
varieties much more attractive and valuable.
While acknowledging the kind intention and generosity displayed in
such remembrance of our Society as this package of curious and foreign
REPORT ON SEEDS FROM INDIA. 95
seeds, it is to be regretted that there is not a better acquaintance with
the conditions under which seeds' from such distant countries can be
certainly and surely transmitted. Only the possible immunity from the
changes of climate and of the atmosphere by the use of closely sealed
vessels, or the packing in charcoal, can give much promise of facility in
rearing from seeds vigorous plants. In the present instance it will be
well for the Flower Committee, in the distribution of these East India
seeds, to recommend the use of bottom heat by hotbed or flues for
germination: although in instances of seeds from Australia I have
known perhaps one-third of the kinds sent to germinate and grow.
The ligneous and the oily seeds of trees of tropical countries, perhaps,
suffer the most, and oftentimes the fruitless efforts to cultivate them
discourages attempts towards experiment in a multitude of instances
where, perhaps, some success might ensue.
Respectfully submitted by
JOHN L. RUSSELL,
Prof. BoL, cfcc, to Mass. Hort. Society.
Salem, December 24, 1868.
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ADDRESS OF THE PRESIDENT, JAMES F. C. HYDE,
At the Annual Meeting, January 2, 1869.
Gentlemen of the Society: —
We have been borne along, on the sAvift wings of time, to the opening
of a new year. As I stand here to enter upon the duties belonging to
this position, I am reminded that it is the third time that I have been
elected to this office. It becomes me to acknowledge your kindness,
and return my sincere thanks for this renewed evidence of your confi-
dence and regard, as well as for your kind and prompt co-operation, in
all matters relating to the interests of this Society. Through all the
years that I have been connected with this organization, I have observed
with pride that the members fully appreciate the merits, and bear pa-
tiently with the faults of their otHcers. With this fact strongly
impressed upon my mind, I feel that I hazard nothing in relying upon
your forbearance for the future, as I have in the past, in performing the
duties that devolve upon the President of this Society. The past sea-
son, it seems to me, has been one of the most remarkable that we have
known for years; one as unfavorable for the horticulturist as we could
well have; cold and wet, wet all through the season, with very few
bright, warm days. Our hearts were not gladdened in Autumn, by such
bright Indian Summer days, such as we generally have when the maples
on the hillsides, and along the valleys, are ablaze with scarlet and gold.
Cold, dreary, drizzly weather, was the order of the season. Yet, not-
withstanding all, there was a good crop of apples of fair quality, a tol-
erable crop of pears, though of rather poor quality, few or no peaches,
and a plenty of unripe grapes. We have never known a poorer grape
year, and if all our seasons were to be such as that just closed, then it
would be little use to attempt the cultivation of this fruit, either for
home use or market.
The Summer fruits were more satisfactory, but not equal in quality,
to those grown in hotter and dryer seasons.
Though the past year was so unfavorable, yet the displays on our
tables have been good, doing even more credit to the skilful horticultu-
rist than in seasons much more favorable to the production of good
fruits. There is little difficulty when the weather is fine, and seasons
favorable, and everything conspires to happy results, but it is when ad-
verse influences are encountered, that the real merits of the skilful cul-
tivator are seen. Our tables, at the Annual Exhibition, fully attested
the progress we have made, when art and skill have so wonderfully tri-
umphed over nature, and drawn forth, even from the naturally hard soil
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of Massachusetts, and in such a season, fruits such as are rarely equalled.
If such results are obtained in an unfavorable season, what may we not
reasonably expect in a more favorable one?
The amount appropriated for prizes for next year, is larger than has
ever before been oflered, and we hope this liberality on the part of the
Society, maj be the means of inducing our members to make, if possi-
ble, greater etfoi-ts than they have hitherto. This is a step in the right
direction, and as soon as our floating debt is paid, we hope still larger
sums may be offered for prizes and gratuities. We know that the sums
that have been given in some cases for i)lants, have scarcely paid for the
trouble of bringing them to the Hall, to say nothing of the great expense
attending their production.
"While exhibitors cannot and should not expect to realize a profit di-
rectly from the exhil)ition they make in our rooms, yet they have aright
to expect from a Society as old and well established as this, that the
expenses incurred in making the display should be fully paid. It be-
comes the Society then, to be as liberal as other obligations will permit.
One of our number, whose name will long be remembered, realizing the
importance of liberal prizes to encourage the production of fine roses,
beautiful lawns, and well kept grounds, has, by his generous contribu-
tions, enabled the Society to ofTer some prizes that would not otherwise
have been offered. "VVe allude, of course, to our friend H. H. Hunne-
well, Esq., to whom the thanks of this Society are due. Others of our
number, moved by his generositj^, should go, or rather come, and do
likewise. Of late years we have had magnificent displays of variegated
leaf, and other plants, at our annual exhibitions, from the extensive
houses of Messrs. Hovey & Co., H. H. Hunnewell, W. C. Harding and
others, which have excited a great deal of interest, and have been among
the most attractive features of the show. All who have contributed in
this direction, are entitled to our thanks, for the efforts and sacrifices
they have made for our enjoyment, for it often happens that a valuable
plant is nearly or qiiite ruined, and all more or less injured, in course of
transportation, and by the close air of the exhibition-rooms.
In every department, whether of fruits, flowers or vegetables, fine
displays have been made by our indefatigable members, who, year after
year, with highly commendable zeal, cover our tables with the finest
products of field, orchard and garden.
It appears from the excellent report of our Superintendent, that the
membership of the Society is not much larger than it was a year ago;
but, while this is true, it is pleasant to know that those members we
now have are paying, and many of them active ones, so that if we have
not gained much in numbers, we have gained in that which is of greater
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importance, increased interest and activity on the part of those who
make up our list.
It M'ill be noticed, by the report of the Treasurer, that our floating
debt has been reduced about $8,500 the past year. We hope that, within
a year or two, the whole may be extinguished, leaving nothing to pro-
vide for but the mortgage on the land and building, wiiich has a long
time to run. A wise policy will suggest that, after our floating debt is
paid, a sum be put aside to meet the mortgage when it shall become
due, so that if it shall be deemed desirable by those who are wise in
financial matters, the Society shall, at no very distant day, be entirely
free from debt of every kind, and find itself the fortunate possessor of
an unincumbered estate of great value.
I desire to express my thanks to all the officers associated with me in
the management of this Society. The committees who have so faith-
fully performed their duties the past season, especially at the annual
exhibition, in awarding the prizes so promptly and equitably, are fully
entitled to our highest regards.
I cannot bring these brief remarks to a close without a word in com-
mendation of our faithful Superintendent and Treasurer, to whose good
management, with the advice and cooperation of our able Finance Com-
mittee, we are largely indebted for our liberal income; all is done that
can be done, I am quite sure, to promote our interests, and the Society
is very fortunate in having the right man in the right place.
If we have done well in the past, let us here, one and all, on the
threshold of a new year, pledge ourselves to do even better in the fu-
ture, that the Society may be even a greater power for good than it has
been hitherto. Let us labor to bring into our Society live, energetic
men, who do already, or may be led to take an interest in the cause we
so much love, and to which we have dedicated these Halls. All around
our city, in every direction, we find pleasant homes, with their green
lawns, fragrant flowers and rich fruits, where reign peace and plenty,
each an earthly paradise, kept by the hands of those, it may be, whose
faces are familiar within these walls.
If great results have been produced in the past, may we not reasona-
bly hope for still greater in the future, with the increased interest that
is felt, and attention that is being given to the cultivation of the useful
and beautiful all around us.
In closing, I again thank you all for your kind consideration and sup-
port in the past, and express the wish that I may be fortunate enough
to receive it in like manner during the year upon which we are now
just entering, and that the ties of friendship and brotherhood that now
bind us together, may be more strongly cemented, that we may dwell
together in unity and peace, and that the year before us may prove a
happy one indeed.
MEMBERS FOR LIFE.
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MEMBERS
MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
A * denotes the Member as deceased.
Change of residence, or any inaccuracies, should be promptly reported to the Secretary.
MEMBERS rOR LIFE.
*Adams, Daniel, Newbury.
Adams, George E., Medford.
Allen, John Fisk, Salem.
Ames, r. L., Easton.
Ames, F. M., Canton.
Ames, George, Boston.
Ames, P. A., "
Amory, Charles, "
Amory, James S., "
Amory, Frederick, Brookline.
Andrews, Charles L., Swampscot.
Andrews, Frank W., Boston.
Andrews, W. T., "
Andros, Milton, Brookline.
Appleton, Edward, Beading.
*Appleton, Nathan, Boston.
Appleton, Sumner, "
*Armstrong, Samuel T.,"
*Aspinwall, Augustus, Brookline.
Atkins, Elisha, Belmont.
Austin, William E., Dorchester.
Avery, Edward, Boston.
Ayling, Isaac, "
Ayer, Adams, "
*Babbitt, Isaac, Bosto7i.
Bacon, George, Brookline.
Bailey, Edwin C, Boston.
Bailey, Kendall, Charlestown.
Baker, Wm. E., Boston.
Barnard, James M., Boston.
Barnard, Rev. C. F., "
Barnes, Walter S., Somerville.
Barnes, William H., Boston.
Barney, Levi C, "
Bartlett, E., Newhiiryport.
Barrows, Thomas, Dedham,
Barrett, Aaron, Maiden.
Barratt, James, Haverhill.
Bates, Amos, Ilingham.
Bates, Caleb, Kingston.
*Bates, John D., Boston.
♦Bancroft, E, P., Newton.
Banfield, F. L., Boston.
Bayley, John P., "
Beal, Alexander, Dorchester.
Beebe, James M., Boston.
Bemis, Emery, Cambridge.
Berry, James, Boston.
Bickford, Weare D., Brighton.
Billings, Joseph H., W. Roxbury.
Birchard, Charles, Arlington.
Bird, John A., Brookline.
Black, J. W., Boston.
Blagg, Samuel, Waltham.
Blake, George B., Brookline.
Blaney, Henry, ''
*Blodget, J. W., Boston.
Blinn, II. D., Lexington.
Boj^rdman, Wm. 11., Boston,
Bockus, C. E., Dorchester,
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Bond, George W., Boston.
Boiive, Thomas T., "
*Bowman, Abner H., "
Bowditch, A. C, Camhridgeport.
Bowditch, J. Ingersoll, Boston.
Botaine, John, Stoneham.
Brackett, C. X, Newton.
♦Bradford, Samuel D., W. Boxbury.
Bradish, L. J., Boston.
Bradlee, J, B., "
*Bradlee, Joseph P., "
*Bradlee, Josiah, "
Breed, Andrew, Lynn.
Breed, Henry A., "
*Brewer, Eliab Stone, Boston.
Brewer, Gardner, Boston.
Brewer, John Reed, "
*Brewer, Thomas, ''
Brewer, Otis, "
Bright, Jona. B., Waltham.
Bright, William E., "
Brown, Ebenezer, Lynn.
Brown, Edward P., Brookline.
Brown, George B., Boston.
Brooks, Francis, Medford.
Brooks, J. W., Milton.
Brooks, Peter C, Boston.
Buckniinster, "W. J., Maiden.
Burr, Fearing, Jr., Hingham.
Burr, Matthew H., "
Burnett, Joseph, Southborough.
Burnham, T. O. H. P., Boston.
Buswell, E. TV., Boston.
Bus well, Frank E., "
Butler, Aaron, Jr., Wakefield.
Butterfleld, Samuel, Arlington.
Butterfield, William P., "
Cadness, John, New York.
Cains, Wm., So. Boston.
Capen, John, Boston.
Carruth, Charles, "
Carruth, Nathan, Dorchester.
Chandler, J. G., Boston.
Chapin, N. G., Brookline.
Chapman, Edward, Arlington.
*Chapman, Jonathan, Boston.
Chase, Daniel E., Somerville.
Chase, Hezekiah, S. Boston.
Chase, William M., Worcester.
Cheney, B. P., Boston.
' Child, F. C, Cambridge.
Childs, N. R., Dorchester.
Childs, Francis, Cambridge.
Claflin, AVm., Neicton.
Clap, E. W., .Walpole.
Clapp, Frederick, Dorchester.
Clapp, Lemuel, 2d, "
*Clapp, Thaddeus, "
*Clark, B. C, Boston.
Clark, Orus, "
Clark, W. L., Neponset^
Clark, Wm. S., Amherst.
Clay, Henry, Dorchester.
Cleary, Lawrence, W. Boxbury.
Clement, Asa, Dracut.
Cleveland, Ira, Dedham.
Cobb, Albert A. C, Brookline.
*Codman, John, Dorchester.
Codman, Ogden, Lincoln.
Coffin, G. Winthrop, W. Boxbury.
Coffin, Wm. E., Boston.
*Collamore, G. W., "
Comer, G. N"., Dedham.
Comerais, Henry, "
Converse, E. S., Maiden.
Copeland, R. M'Cleary, Boston.
Copeland, R. Morris, Lexington.
Courtis, Wm., Lawrence.
Craft, Geo., Brookline.
*Crafts, Ebenezer, Boxbury.
Crocker, Uriel, Boston.
Crowell, Philander, Chelsea.
*Crowninshield, Geo. C, Boston.
Cruickshank, James, Chelsea.
Ciunmings, John, Jr., Maiden.
Curtis, Geo. S., Jamaica Plain.
Cushing, J. G., Belmont.
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Gushing, E. M., Belmont.
*Cushing, Thomas P., Boston.
Daggett, H. L., Boston.
Dale, Ebenezer, "
Damon, Samiiel G.,ArUn(jton.
Dana, Charles B., Brookline.
*Dana, Nathaniel, "
Darling, Charles K., Boston.
Davenport, Henry, Boston.
Davis, Hervey, Camhridgeport.
*Decker, Louis, Boston.
Denny, Francis P., Broohline.
Denny, Daniel, Dorchester.
*Denny, George, Westborouyh.
Denny, R. S., Dorchester.
Dewson, F. A., Boston.
Dexter, F. Gordon, "
Dexter, G. M., "
D'Wolf, John L., "
Dickerman, George H., Somerville.
Dickinson, Alex., Camhridgeport.
Dike, Charles C, Stoneham.
Downer, Samuel, Dorchester.
Duncklee, John, Brighton.
Durant, H. F., Boston.
Durant, William, "
Durfee, Mrs. F. B., Fall Biver.
Durfee, George B., "
Durfee, Nathan, "
*Ecl wards, Elisha, Si)ringjield.
Eldridge, E. H., Boston.
*Eliot, Samuel A., "
Ellicott, J. P., Jamaica Plain.
Everett, Otis, Boston.
Everett, William, "
*Fairbanks, II. P., Charlestoicn.
Fairbanks, J. Loring, Boston.
*Fairbanks, Stephen, "
Farlow, John S., Neioton.
Fearing, Albert, Hingham.
Fenno, J. B., Boston.
*Fenno, John, Chelsea.
Fenno, Joseph II., N. Chelsea.
Feukes, Edwin, Newtonville.
Fillebrown, John, Arlington.
*Fisher, Dan. Simmons, Boston.
*Fisher, Francis K., Brookline.
Fisher, James, Boston.
Fisher, Warren, "
*Fiske, Oliver, Worcester.
Flagg, Augustus, Boston.
Flint, Charles L., "
Foster, John II., "
Foster, J. W., Dorchester.
Freeman, Abraham, "
*French, Benj. Y., "
French, Jonathan, Boston.
Freeland, Charles Wm., ''
Frothingham, Samuel, "
Fuller, Henry Weld, "
*Gaffleld, James, Gloucester.
*Gage, Addison, Arlington.
Gardner, Henry N., Belmont.
*Garduer, ^Y. F., Salem.
Galvin, John, W. Boxhury.
*Gibson, Kimball, Boston.
*Gilmore, Addison, "
Gillard, William, "
Gilley, J. E. M., Chelsea.
Gilkey, F. R., Watertown.
Glover, Joseph B., Boston.
Goddard, A. Warren, Brookline.
Gorham, J. L., Jamaica Plain.
Gould, Samuel, Boston.
Gould, Francis, Arlington.
Greig, George, Newton.
Gregory, J. J. H., Marhlehead.
Grinnell, Joseph, New Bedford.
Groom, Thomas, Dorchester.
Grundell, II., "
Guild, J. Anson, Brookline.
*Hall, Adin, Boston.
Hall, George A., N. Chelsea.
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Hall, George R., Bost07i.
Hall, John R., "
Hall, Stephen A., N. Chelsea.
Hall, Wm. F., Brookline.
Hammond, Gardner G., Boston.
Hammond, Samuel, "
Harnden, S., Beading.
Harding, C. L., Cambridge.
Harding, G. W., Dorchester.
Harding, W. C, Boston.
♦Harris, Wm. T., Cambridge.
Hastings, Edmund T., Boston.
Hathaway, Seth W., Marblehead.
Hatch, Anthony, Cliftondale:
Ha3^den, A. W., Portsmouth.
Hayes, Francis !>., Boston.
Hazeltine, H., "
Head, Charles D., Brookline.
*Heath, Charles, "
*Hedge, Isaac L., Plymouth.
Hill, George, Arlington.
Hill, John, Stoneham.
Hillbourn, A. J., Chelsea.
Hodgkins, John E., "
Holbrook, C. S., E. Randolph.
Hollis, J. W., Brighton.
Hooper, John, Jr., Ifarblehead.
Hooper, Robert C, Boston.
Hooper, Thomas, Bridgewater.
Hovey, C. M., Cambridge.
Hovey, John C, Cambridgeport.
Hovey, P. B., "
♦How, Hall J., South Boston.
Howard, Joseph W., "
Howe, George, Boston.
Howe, Jabez C, S. Boston.
*Howe, John, Brookline.
♦Howland, Henry, Maiden.
Howland, John, Jr., N. Bedford.
Hubbard, G. G., Cambridge.
Hubbard, J. C, Boston.
♦Hubbard, W. J., "
♦Iluckins, James W., Boston.
Humphrey, F. J., Dorchester.
Hunnewell, H. H., Wellesley.
Hunt, Franklin, Boston.
Hunt, Moses, "
Hyde, J. F. C, Newton.
Inches, Henderson, Boston.
Inches, Herman B., "
Jackson, Abraham, Boston.
Jeffries, John, Jr., "
♦Jones, C. F., ''
♦Jones, Thomas, Boston.
Johnson, Otis, Lynn.
Joyce, Mrs. Samuel, Medford.
Kakas, Edward, Medford.
Kelley, E. G., Newburyport.
Kendall, D. S., Boston.
Kennedy, G. G., Dorchester.
Kenney, John M., Wareham.
Kent, John, Charlestown.
Keyes, E. W., "
Keyes, George, Concord.
Kidder, H. P., Boston.
Kimball, A. P., "
♦King, Edward, Dorchester.
King, Franklin, "
King, William S., Boston.
Kingman, A. A., South Boston.
Kingsbury, Wm. B., Boston.
Kinsley, Lyman, Cambridgeport.
Kittredge, E. A., Boston.
Lancaster, C. B., Newton.
Lamb, Thomas, Boston.
Lawrence, James, "
Lawrence, Edward, Charlestown.
Lawson, Peter, Lowell.
Leavins, S. Davis, Boston.
♦Lee, George, Watertown.
Leland, George, Waltham.
Lcuchars, R. B., Boston.
Lewis, A. S., Framingham.
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Lewis, "Wm. G., Framingham.
Lincoln, George, Jr., Hingham,
*Lincoln, Levi, Worcester.
*Lincoln, William, "
Lincoln, D. Waldo, "
*Livermore, George, Camhridge.
*Lloyd, James, Boston.
Locke, W. H., Belmont.
Lodge, Giles H., "
♦Lombard, I., "
Loomis, J. B., Chelsea.
Lord, George C, Newton.
Loring, Alfred, So. Hingham.
Lothrop, Eben W., Chelsea.
Lovett, G. L., Boston.
Low, Ariel, "
Lowder, John, Watertown.
Lowell, Augustus, Boston.
Luke, Elijah H., Cambridgeport.
Lyon, Henry, Charlestown.
Mahoney, John, Boston.
Mann, Jonathan, Cambridge.
Maloon, William, Salem.
♦Manning, Joseph, 3fedford.
Manning, Robert, Salem.
Mansfield, H. S., Blackstone.
*March, Andrew S., Boston.
Marland, A., Andover.
Marsh, Francis, Dedham.
Martin, D. A., Chelsea.
Martin, J. S., Boston.
*Martin, Richard S., "
Matthews, Nathan, "
May, Samuel, "
*Merriam, Charles, West Newton.
Merrifleld, W. T., Worcester.
Mills, Charles H., Boston.
Miller, E. D., Dorchester.
Milton, W. H., Boston.
Minott, Charles, Somerville.
Minton, James, Dorchester.
Mixter, Charles, Boston.
Moore, J. B., Concord.
Morse, S. B., Boston.
Morse, Samuel F., "
Morrill, Joseph, Jr., "
Motley, Thomas, W. Boxbury.
Mudge, E. R., Lynn.
Mudge, George W,, "
Mudge, George A., Brookline.
Munroe, William, Boston.
Needham, Daniel, Groton.
Newhall, Cheever, Dorchester.
Newhall, George, "
Newhall, John M., "
Newhall, Josiah, Lynnfield.
*Newman, Henry, Boston.
Nichols, Henry, South Boston.
Nichols, Mrs. F., Dorchester.
Nourse, Benj. F., Cambridgeport.
Nourse, B. F., Boston.
*Nuttall, Thomas, of England.
Osgood, James Ripley, Boston.
Page, Thomas, Wisconsin.
Paige, James W., Boston.
Paine, Robert T., "
Palmer, J. P., "
Parker, Augustus, "
*Parker, Daniel P., "
Parker, James, "
Parker, William A., "
*Parkman, Rev. Francis, "
Parkman, Francis, Jamaica Plain.
♦Parsons, Gorham, Brighton.
♦Parsons, William, Boston.
Partridge, Henry, "
Partridge, Horace, Somerville.
Pearce, John, West Boxbury.
Peck, Abel G., Arlington.
Peck, O. H., Melrose.
Peirce, S. B., Dorchester.
Penniman, A. P., Waltham.
Perkins, Edward N., Brookline.
Perkins, William P., "
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*Perry, .John, Sherbom.
Philbrick, Wm. D., Keicton Centre,
Pierce, George "W., MaW.en.
Pierce, Henry L , Dorchester.
Poole, Benjamin C, Chelsea.
Poor, John P., Somerville.
Pope, Alexander, Dorchester.
Potter, Joseph S., Arlington.
Pratt, George W., Boston.
Pratt, Robert M., "
Pratt, "William, Winchester.
Pray, Mark W., Maiden.
Prescott, C. H., Cornwallis, JV. S.
Prescott, Eben C, Boston.
Prescott, W. G., "
Prescott, William G., Quincy.
Preston, George H., Boston.
Preston, John, Dorchester.
Prouty, Gardner, Littleton.
Putnam, Joshua H., BrooMine.
Ramsay, A. H., Cambridge.
Rand, E. S., Boston.
Rand, E. S., Jr., Dedham.
Rand, Oliver J., Cambridgeport.
Rayner, John J., Lexington.
Reed, George W., Kingston.
*Reynoso, Bernard de, S. Boston.
*Richards, Edward M., Dedham.
Richards, William B., Boston.
Richardson, C. E., "
Richardson, Joseph, "
Russell, Walter, Arlington.
Sampson, G. B., BrooMine.
Sanborn, xVmos C, Camhridgeport.
Sanford, O. S., Cordaville.
Sargent, Ignatius, BrooMine.
Sargent, Turner, Boston.
Sawyer, E. H., Easthampton.
Sawyer, Timothy T., Charlestown.
*Scaver, Nathaniel, Boston.
Scaver, Nathaniel, East Boston.
Seaver, Robert, Jamaica Plain.
Sever, J. W., Dorchester.
Scott, Charles, Newton.
' Scudder, C. W., BrooMine.
Scudder, Marshall S., Grantville.
*Shaw, Robert G., Boston.
Shaw, S. P., Cambridge.
Sheafe, Charles C, Boston.
Sheafe, William, BrooMine.
Sheldon, O. S., 3filto)i.
Shimmin, Charles F., Boston.
Shorey, John L., Lynn.
*SiIsby, Enoch, Bradford.
Skinner, Francis, Newton.
Slack, Lewis, BrooMine.
Smith, Charles A., Boston.
Smith, Charles IL, Jamaica Plain.
Smith, James H., Neivton Corner.
Smith, Peter, Andover.
*Smith, Stephen H., Providence.
Southmayd, John K., Boston.
Richardson, George C, Cambridge. Sparhawk, Edward C, Brighton.
Robbins, Nathan, Arlington.
Robinson, J. H., Dorchester.
Rogers, John H., Boston.
Rogers, R. S., Salem.
Ross, Henry, Newton.
Ross, M. D., Boston.
*Rotch, William, New Bedford.
Runey, John, Somerville.
*Russell, George R., Boston.
Russell, John Lewis, Salem.
SpofFord, George, Georgetown.
Springall, George, Maiden.
Springer, John, Sterling.
Spaulding, Edward, Jamaica Plain.
Stetson, James A., Quincy.
Stetson, Nahum, Bridgewater.
Stevens, Paran, Boston.
Stickney, Josiah, Watertown.
Stickncy, Rufus B., Somerville.
Stirapson, George, Neiv York.
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Stimpson, H. ir., Cambridge.
Stone, G. F., JSfnoton.
*Stone, James "VV., Dorchester.
Stone, Phineas J., Charlestown.
Story, E. A., Brighton.
Stoiy, F. H., Salem.
*Story, Joseph, Cambridge.
Strong, William C, Brighton.
Sturgis, Enssell, Jr., Boston.
*Sturgis, William, Woburn.
Swain, Charles D., Eoxbury.
Taft, John B., Boston.
Tappan, Charles, "
Taylor, Horace B., "
*Te8chemacher, J. E., "
Thacher, Alfred C, Dorchester.
*Thaxter, A. W., Jr., Boston.
Thayer, Henry, North Cambridge.
*Thayer, J. E., Boston.
Thayer, Nathaniel, "
Thomas, William, "
Thompson, S. Benton, Lexington.
*Thorndike, Israel, Boston.
Thorndike, John H., "
Tileston, E. P., Dorchester.
Tilton, Stephen W., Boston.
Todd, John, Hingham.
Tolman, Lucius A., W. Boxbury.
Torrey, Everett, Charlestown.
*Towle, Lyman, Boston.
Towne, Wm. B., "
*Tremlett, Thomas, Dorchester.
Turner, J. M., "
Turner, K. W., Newton.
Turner, Royal W., Bandolph.
Upton, George B., Boston.
Vose, B. C, Hyde Park.
Wainwright, Peter, Boston.
Wainwright, Wm. L., Braintree.
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Wakefield, E. H., Chelsea.
*Waldo, Daniel, Worcester.
Walker, Edward C. R., Boston.
*Walker, Samuel, "
Walker, Samuel A., Brookline.
Walker, T. W., Waltham.
Warren, G. W., Boston.
Walcott, Edward, Pawtucket.
Ward, John, Newton.
Ware, Benjamin P., Marblehead.
Wason, E., Brookline.
Waters, Edwin E., Newton.
Webber, A. D., Wellesley.
Webster, Joshua, Maplewood.
*Webster, Xathan, Haverhill.
AVeld, Richard 11., Boston.
Weld, M. W., Dr., "
Weld, W. G., Brookline.
Wellington, Henry M.,Tf.i?oa;&?«r?/.
Welsh, J. H., Dorchester.
*West, Thomas, Haverhill.
Wetherell, Leander, Boston.
Wheelwright, A. C, "
Whipple, John A., "
*Whitcomb, Levi, "
Whitcomb, Wm. B., Medford.
White, B. C, Boston.
White, Edward A., "
Whitmore, C. O., "
Whiting, ^Nathaniel, Brookline.
White, Francis A., "
Whiteley, Edward, Cambridge.
Whitney, Luther F., Charlestown.
Whittle, George W., Somerville.
Whitton, Bela.
Whytal, Thomas G., W. Roxbury.
Wight, Eben, Dedham.
Wilbur, G. B., Watertown.
Wilder, Henry A., Boston.
Wilder, Marshall P., Dorchester.
Willcutt, Levi L., West Boxbury.
♦Williams, Aaron D., Boston.
Williams, Aaron D., "
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"Williams, Benjamin B., Boston.
♦Williams, Moses B., BroolcUne.
Willis, George W., Chelsea.
"Winship, Franklin, Brighton.
Winship, F. Lyman, "
Winship, Herman, Brighton.
*Worthino:ton, William, Dorc/iester.
Woodward, Eoyal, BrookUne.
Wright, Geo. C, West Acton.
Wrisley, Frank, Boston.
ANNUAL MEMBERS,
Abbott, Sanf 1 L., M. D., Boston.
Adams, Charles F., Quincy.
Adams, C. S., Framingham.
Adams, William, Winchester.
Allen, Abbot, Arlington.
Allen, Andrew F., ''
Allen, Calvin, Boston.
Allen, C. H., M. D., CamhriOgcport.
Allen, Frederick D., Boston.
Allen, George E., W. Newton.
Allen, George D., Maiden.
Alien, Henry O., "
Allen, Xath'l T., W. Newton.
Allen, W. H., Dedham.
Alley, Franklin, Marblehead.
Ames, R. W., Boston.
Andrews, E. Janes, "
Apple, Antone, New York.
Arnold, H. P., Cambridge.
Atherton, Samuel, Dorchester.
Atkinson, Charles M., BrookUne.
Atkinson, Edward, "
Ayers, John W., Boston.
Bachelder, Samuel, Cambridge.
Bacon, Augustus, Boston.
Bacon, AVilliam, "
Baker, W. P., Quincy.
Ball, S. B., Port Norfolk.
Bangs, Edward, Boston.
Barnard Cha's, 2d, W. Newton.
Barnes, Parker, Dorchester.
Bartlett, James, BrookUne.
Barker, Hiram, Brighton,
Barker, John G., Cambridge,
Bates, Erastas C, "
Bates, Henry M., Boston.
Bates, Ives G., "
Bayley, Dudley H., "
Bartholomew, Wm. IS"., Newton Cen.
Beck, Frederick, Boston.
Bell, Theodore H., ''
Bennett, Edmund H., Taunton.
Bennett, Oliver, Framingham.
Benton, Reuben P., Somerville.
Binney, Amos R., BrookUne.
Bird, Harrison, "
Bird, John L., Dorchester.
Black, John A., Boston.
Blake, G. T., Sale^n,
Blanchard, Geo. D. B., 3Ialden.
Blancy. David H., Boston.
Bliss, B. K., Springfield,
Blodgett, W. A., Waverley.
Bolles, Matthew, West Boxbury.
Boott, William, Boston.
Bolton, John B., Somerville.
Bouve, Ephraim W., Boston.
Bovvditch, Azell, "
Bowditch, W. I., BrookUne.
Bowker, Mrs. Howard, Maiden.
Brackett, E. A., Winchester.
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
107
Bradford, Chai-les F., Boston.
Bradlee, John D., Milton.
Bradlee, J. T., Boston.
Bradstreet, Samuel, Dorchester.
Breck, C. H. B,, Brighton.
Breck, Joseph, "
Brewer, Thomas M., Boston.
Bridges, Geo. E., Newton.
Briggs, Richard, Brookline.
Brigham, C. B., Grafton.
Brittan, S. A., Boston.
Brooks, Addison, Arlington.
Brooks, George, Brookline.
Brookhouse, John H., Somerville.
Brown, A. S., Jamaica Plain.
Brown, Atherton T., Boston.
Brown, Josejih T., "
Brown, Jona., Jr., Somerville.
Bruce, Benjamin, Brookline.
Bruce, Nathl F., Stoneham.
Brj'ant, G. J. F., Boston.
Bullard, Calvin, "
Bullard, Lewis, Dedham.
Burley, Edward, Salem.
Burr, Charles C, Newton.
Burrage, Joseph, Arlington.
Bush, F. T., TFeston.
Bush, J. P., Boston.
Cabot, Edward C, Brookline.
Cabot, Joseph S., Salem.
Cairns, "Wm., Melrose.
Campbell, Benjamin F., Boston.
Candler, John W., Brookline.
Carlton, Samuel A., Somerville.
Carter, Maria E., Wohiirn.
Carlisle, Ira B., Boston.
Chandler, Henry H., "
Chadbourne, M. W., Watertoicn.
Chadwick, Joseph H., Boston.
Chaffin, John C, Newton.
Chapman, Moses C, Milton.
Chapin, Geo. 11., Maiden.
Chase, Mrs. C. B., 2£edford.
Chase, Henry L., Maiden.
Chase, J. C, Cambridgeport.
Chenery, Winthrop W., Belmont.
Cheney, Arthur, Boston.
Chickering, Horatio, Dedham.
Chilson, G., Boston.
Childs, Alfred A., Dorchester.
Clark, Daniel, Waltham.
Clark, G. W., Maiden.
Clark, Joseph, Canton.
Clark, Joseph W., Dedham.
Clark, Randolph M., "
Clay, Edward C, Maiden.
Cobb, Edward W., Boston.
Cobb, Jonathan H., Dedham.
Coe, Henry F., West Boxbury.
Cole, H. Hammond, Chelsea.
Comins, Linus B., Boston.
Comley, James, Lexington.
Converse, Joshua P., Wolmrn.
Converse, James C, Arlington.
Copeland, Charles, Wyoming.
Cordwell, G. B., Boston.
Cox, David P., Maiden.
Coy, Samuel I., Boston.
Crafts, W. A., "
Crain, Charles H., Arlington.
Croker, J., Dorchester.
Crosby, Josiah, Arlington.
Cruickshank, J. T., Cambridge.
Cummings, Amos, Jr., Beading.
Cummings, Nathaniel, Boston.
Curtis, D. T., "
Curtiss, Charles F., TT'^. Boxbury.
Cutter, Geo. B., Weston.
Dacy, Patrick, Dorchester.
Dalton, Henry L., Boston.
Dana, Francis, "
Dana, Luther, Newton.
Dana, Thomas, Cambridge.
Dane, John H., Brookline.
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Danioll, II. W., Boston.
Davenport, Edward, Dorchester.
Davenport, Geo., Dedham.
Davis, Barnabas, Boston.
Davis, Benjamin B., Brookline.
Davis. Seth, W. Kewton.
Davis, "\V. II., Jlilton.
Day, Geo. B., Boston.
Dean, A. J., "
Deblois, Stephen G., "
Dennison, E. W., Neivtonville.
Denuison, J. N., Boston.
Dexter, Anson, "
Dillaway, Charles K., "
Dixwell, J. J., West Boxhury.
Dodge, John F., Charlestoivn.
Dorr, George, Dorchester.
Downe, Sumner, Maiden.
Doogue, TVm,, Boston.
Duncklee, Miss Betsey, Brighton.
Duncklee, Miss Harriet G., "
Dupee, James A., Brookline.
Dutton, Henry W., Boston.
Dutton, Wm. H.,
Dwight, Benjamin F., "
Eastburn, John II., Boston.
Eaton, Jacob, Camhridgeport.
Eaton, George, Quincy.
Eaton, Russell P., Dorchester.
Edmands, J. W., Newton.
Edson, William, Boston.
Emerson, E. C, "
Emmons, John A., W. Boxhury.
Eustis, James, Wakefield.
Evans, W. J. R., W. Boxbury.
Evers, Gustave, Wyoming.
Falconer, James, Boston.
Farmer, Elbridge, Arlington.
Farrar, Abijah, Boston.
Farrier, Amasa, Stoneham.
Fay. Henry G., Brookline.
Fay, Isaac, Cambridge.
Flynn, Edward, Lawrence.
Foley, Bernard, Boston.
Follen, Charles, "
Forbush, Jonathan, Bolton.
Fowle, H. D., Boston.
Foster, Joshua T., Medford.
French, Asa, Braintree.
French, Henry F., Boston.
French, W. E., "
Frink, Charles T., "
Frost, Geo., W. Nexvton.
Frost, Rufus S., Chelsea.
Frost, Stiles, W. Newton.
Frothingham, Isaac H., Dorchester.
Furneaux, Charles, Melrose.
Gage, Edmund, Bradford.
Gammell, Jonas, Lexington.
Gane, Henry A., West Newton.
Gardner, John, Dedham.
Gaut, S. ^., Somerville.
Gay, Samuel S., Boston.
Gay, Timothy, Chelsea.
Gerry, Chufi.Y., Hyde Park Village.
Gibbens, Samuel H., Boston.
Gilbert, J., "
Gilbert, John, "
Gilbert, Samuel, Jr., "
Gilbert, B. W.,
Gill, Mrs. E. M., Medford.
Gleason, Herbert, Maiden.
Glover, Edward W., "
Glover, Horatio X., Dorchester.
Goddard, Thomas, Boston.
Goodrich, Daniel O., "
Goodwin, Lester, Dorchester.
Godbold, G. A., Chelsea.
Grant, Charles E., Boston.
Graves, Frank H., West Newton.
Gray, John C, Boston.
Gray, Wm., Jr., Dorchester.
Green, Franklin, Jamaica Plain.
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
109
Greenough, D. S., W. Boxhury. Hubbard, J. "\Y., <S. Boston.
Greeuwvood, E. II., JSfcwton Centre. Hunt, Edmund S., Weymouth.
Grew, Henry, Dorchester. Hunnewell, G. A., W. Newton.
Griggs, Charles, Boston. Hutchins, Ezra C, Newton.
Guild, Chester, Somerville. Hyde, George, Charlestown.
Hadley, T. B., Stoneham.
Halliday, Wm. H., Boston.
Hall, Jere F., Maiden.
Hall, Peter C, Medford.
Hall, AYm. T., J\^. Chelsea.
Haley, Jesse, Camhridcjeport.
Harding, Newell, Somerville.
Harrington, Bowen, Lexington.
Harrington, Wm. H., Salem.
Hartwell, Samuel, Lincoln.
Harris, Charles, Cambridge.
Harris, F. L., W. Needham.
Harris, Miss Ellen M., Jamaica PI.
Harwood, Daniel, Boston.
Hastings, John, Lexington.
Hatch, Samuel, Boston.
HayM'ard, George P., Hingham.
Hayward, James T., Boston.
Hazelton, II. L., Newton.
Healey, Mark, Lynn.
Heath, George "W., Melrose.
Heustis, "Warren, Belmont.
Hewes, Albert H., Weston.
Hewins, Charles A., Boston.
Hill, Benj. D., Peahody.
Hill, Henry Y., Belmont.
Hillard, Geo. S., Boston.
Hilton, William, "
Hodgdon, R. L., Arlington.
Holmes, G. W., Boston.
Hollis, Thomas, "
Holden, Oliver H,, W. Newton.
Home, C. F., Watertown.
Houghton, Francis, Somerville.
Howe, Estes, Cambridge.
Howe, Eufus, Marlborough. '
Howe, S. G., S. Boston.
Ireland, George W., Somerville.
James, W. E., Jamaica Plain.
Jaques, Geo., Boston.
Jenks, Chas. W., "
Jenks, J. H., "
Jones, Geo. H., Newton.
Jones, Moses, Brookline.
Jordan, Samuel, Andover.
Josselyn, Alonzo, Boston.
Keith, W. W., Boston.
Kennard, M. P., BrooTcline.
Kennard, Charles W., Boston.
Kendall, Edward, Cambridgeport,
Kendall, Isaac B., Somerville.
Kendall, Jonas, Framingham.
Kendrick, H. P., Longwood.
Kenrick, Miss Anna C, Newton.
Kenrick, John A., "
Kenrick, William, "
Kermes, C, Melrose.
Kern, Frank V. B., Cambridge.
Kingman, Abner, Boston.
Kittredge, Alvah, "
Lamprell, Simon, Marblehead.
Lane, J. C, Boston.
Lang, John H. B., Dorchester.
Langmaid, S. P., Charlestown.
Langworthy, I. P., Chelsea.
Lathrop, John, Dedham.
Laughton, Chas. H., W. Boxbury.
Lee, Francis L., BrooJcline,
Leavens, E. W., Maiden.
Leavitt, Thomas, S. Maiden.
Leeds, Samuel, (S. Boston.
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Leonard, George, W. Boxhury.
Leonard, George E., Foxboroiigh.
Leonard, Joseph, Boston.
Lincoln, Calvin A., Hinyham.
Lincoln, F. W., Boston.
Lincoln, F. W., Jr., Boston.
Lincoln, William, "
Little, C. C, "
Livermore, Isaac, Camhridge'port.
Locke, B. D., Arlington.
Lockwood, R. G., Charlestown.
Loring, George B., SaJem.
Loring, John A., Boston.
Lothrop, D. W., W. Mcdford.
Lothrop, Thornton K., Boston.
JjOw, John J., "
Lowell, John, Kewton.
Planning, J. AY., Heading.
Mann, Benjamin, Boston.
Martin, Jeremiah, Ildrose.
Maj^ F. W. G., Boston.
McDermott, Andrew, "
McGee, James B., Peabodyi
Mclntire, James, Maiden.
Mclntire, Joseph, Melrose.
Mcintosh, Samuel, Boston.
McLaren, Anthony, Forest Hills.
McTear, James, Boston.
Mellen, James, Cambridgeport.
Merriam, Galen, IF. Neicton.
Merrick, John M., Jr., WalpoU.
Merrill, S. A., Salem.
Merrill, J. "Warren, Cambridgeport.
Millar, John L., Boston.
Miller, David, *S. Boston.
Miller, William, E. Boston.
Mills, John F., Boston.
Minot, G. R., "
Minot, William, Jr., "
Morandi, Francis, 31alden.
Morris, Thomas D., Boston.
Morse, W. A., »
Murray, Daniel C, Watertoxcn.
Murray, James, Boston.
Muzzey, A. B., Cambridge.
Xewbery, Wm. B., Dorchester.
ISTichols, W. S., Boston.
Nichols, J. R., Haverhill.
Noyes, George' N., Auburndale.
Nudd, Jacob, Cambridgeport.
Nugent, James, Boston.
Odiorne, F. H., Maiden.
Oliver, Stephen, Lynn.
Oldreive, John R., Chelsea.
Oldreive, Richard, Newton.
Osgood, Benjamin D., Boston.
Owen, 3o]x\\'Cambridge.
Packer, Charles II., Boston.
Page, Edward, "
Paine, Benjamin F., "
Parker, Harvey D., "
Parker, John, "
Parker, Charles E., Aubnrndale.
Parker, James M., Charlestown.
Parker, Nelson, Stoneham.
Park, J. C, Somerville.
Parsons, Theophilus, Cambridge.
Parsons, William, Boston.
Palmer, Stevens G., "
Pattee, William, Arlington.
Patterson, James, Cambridge.
Payson, Samuel R., Boston.
Penniman, George, Milton.
Pearman, W. R., Chelsea.
Perkins, S. C, Dorchester.
Perkins, T. Henry, Cohasset.
Pettingill, Thomas S., Brookline.
Philbrick, Edward S., "
Phillips, Nathaniel, Dorchester.
Pierce, George, Arlington.
Pierce, Jacob W., Brookline.
Pillsbury, H. H., Medford.
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
Ill
Pilfer, Henry A., Camhridge.
Potter, John C, Newton.
Power, Chas. J., nS. Framingham.
Pratt, J. C, Boston.
Preston, Jonathan, "
Prince, F. O., Winchester.
Putnam, C. A., Salem.
Putnam, Francis, "
Rand, Geo. C, Newton Centre.
Eand, I. P., Boston.
Eanlett, Charles A., Billerica.
Eawson, "Warren, Arlington.
Pay, Edwin, Boston.
Eeed, E. V. E., Milton.
Eice, Edward E., Dorchester.
Eice, George W., Boston.
Eicliards, Francis, ''
Eichards, John S., Brookline.
Eichardson, Horace, Framingham.
Einn, J. B,, Dorchester.
Eoberts, Edward, Hyde Park.
Eoberts, S. K., Medford.
Eogers, James E., Chelsea.
Eogers, John F., Cayyihridge.
Euggles, John, Brighton.
Eussell, George, M. D., Boston.
Eussell, G. D., "
Eussell, Joseph M., Maiden.
Sanborn, John, Charlestown.
Santbrd, H. G., Gloucester.
Sands, Edward, Boston.
Saltonstall, Leverett, "
Sargent, Wingate P., Melrose.
Savage, John, Jr., Somerville.
Saville, George, Quincy.
Saville, Eichard L., Brookline.
Sawtell, J. M., Fitchhurg.
Sawyer, John, Grantville.
Schlegel, Adam, Boston.
Scribner, S. S., Maiden.
Scott, George H., Brighton.
Seaver, Chandler, Needham.
Shaw, Christopher C, Boston.
Shedd, Abraham B., Brookline.
Simpson, Michael 11., Saxonville.
Sleeper, J. S., Boston.
Smallwood, Thomas, Neivton.
Smith, George O., Boston.
Smith, J. M., "
Smith, Edmund, Brighton.
Smith, Thomas H., Boston.
Soule, J. P., Maiden.
Sowle, John, Somerville.
Spencer, A. W., Dorchester.
Spooner, Wm, H., Jr.,Tr. Boxhury.
Sprague, Charles J., Boston.
Squires, J. P., Arlington.
Stanley, John H., Chelsea.
Stanwood, E. Howard, Grantville.
Star1)ird, Louis D., Maiden.
Stearns, Charles, Brookline.
Stearns, Eichard H., Boston.
Stone, Eliphalet, Dedham.
Stone, P. E. Jj., Camhridge.
Story, Miss Sarah W., Brighton.
Swan, J. Edwin, Dorchester.
Sweetser, Samuel, Cambridge.
Thatcher, Thomas, Jr., Boston.
Thieler, Francis, Medford.
Thompson, G. M., Waltham.
Torrey, Augustus, Beverly.
Tower, Elisha, Lexington.
Train, Gorham, Dorchester.
Trautman, Martin, Boston.
Tucker, James, Jr., Dorchester.
Turner, N. W., South Maiden.
Tuttle, Samuel J., Boston.
Underwood, William J., Belmont.
"Van Voorhies, H. "W., S. Maiden,
Yandine, Henry, Camhridgeport.
Vila, James, Boston.
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Yose, Robert, Jr., Dorchester.
Wales. "William, Dorchester.
"Walker, Charles H., Chelsea.
Walker, Joseph T., Boston.
Walker, Wm. P., Somerville.
Wallis, William, Boston.
Walsh, George, Charlestown.
Ward, Edward A., Cambridge.
Ware, P. P. P., South Maiden.
Warren, Samuel D., Waltham.
Warren, Washington, Chelsea.
Washburn, Alexander C, Boston.
Washburn, E. P., Ii'e})onset.
Washburn, Nehemiah, Brookline.
Washburn, G. W. C, Boston.
Watson, David, Maiden.
Webster, J. R., M. D., Milton.
Weld, Aaron D., W. Roxhury.
Wellington, Joseph O., Belmont.
Wellington, Joseph V., Cambridge.
Wells, Benjamin T., Boston.
West, W. C, Maiden.
Westgate, J. E., Melrose.
Wetherell, Chas. M., Ware.
Wetherell, John G., Dorchester.
Wheeler, Ann C, Cambridge])ort.
Wheeler, Lewis, Cambridge.
Wheeler, S. L., Neioton Centre.
Wheildon, William W., Concord.
White, N. B., Dedham.
Whitney, Joel, Winchester.
Whittemore, J. F., Arlington.
Wilder, Charles T., Grantville.
Willcox, Wm. H., Beading.
Williams, Dudley, Jamaica Plain.
Williams, Elijah, Boston.
Williams, Stephen, "
Wilson, Elisha T., "
Wilson, George W., Maiden.
Wilson, B. O., Watertotvn.
Wiswall, Henry M., "
Wood, Edmund M., Boston.
Wood, E. W,, West Newton.
Woodford, Joseph H., Newton.
Woodman, G. F., West Boxbury.
Young, William, Fall River.
Zirngiebel, D., Needham.
EXTRACTS FROM BY-LAWS. 113
EXTRACTS FROM BY-LAWS
SECTION XXV.— Life Members.
The payment of thirty dollars shall constitute a Life Membership,
and exempt the member from all future assessments. And any member
having once paid an admission fee, may become a Life Member by the
payment of twenty dollars in addition thereto.
SECTION XXVL— Admission Fee and Annual Assessment.
Every subscription member, before he receives his Diploma, or
exercises the privileges of a member, shall pay the sum of ten dollars
as an admission fee, and shall be subject afterwards to an annual
assessment of two dollars.
SECTION XXVIII. — Discontinuance of Membership.
Any member who shall neglect, for the space of two years, to pay his
annual assessment, shall cease to be a member of the Society; and the
Treasurer shall erase his name from the List of Members. * * * *
The attention of Annual Members is directed to Section XXVIII.,
above. By an early remittance the Treasurer will be saved much time
in making collections.
114 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
OFFICEKS AND STANDING COMIITTEES
For the Year 1869.
President :
James F. C. Hyde of Newton.
Vice-Presidents :
William C. Strong of Brighton, II. H. HtjnneWell of WeHesley,
Chas. O. "Whitmore of Boston, "Wm. K. Austin of Dorchester.
Treasurer ':
Edwin W. Buswell of Boston.
Corresponding Secretary :
Edwin W. Buswell of Boston.
according Secretary:
Edward S. Band, Jr., of Boston.
Professor of Botany and Vegetable Physiology :
John L. Russell of Salem.
standing COMMITTEES.
Executive :
The President, J. F. C. Hyde, Chairman; the Ex-Presidents, ex-officio,
Marshall P. Wilder, Joseph S. Cabot, Josiah Stickney, Joseph
Breck, Charles M. Hovey; Eben Wight, P. Brown Hovey, William
C. Harding, Fearing Burr.
Por establishing Prizes :
Chairman of Committee on Fruits, Chairman; Chairmen of Committees
on Flowers, Vegetables and Gardens; Parker Barnes.
Finance :
Charles O. Whitmore, Chairman; H. H. Hunnewell, Benj. P. Cheney.
STANDING COMMITTEES. 115
Library :
Francis Parkman, Chairman; George "W. Pratt, Edward S. Kand, Jr.,
Leander Wetherell, H. Weld Fuller.
Ornamental Gardening :
H. Weld Fuller, Chairman; Chairmen of Committees on Fruits, Flowers
and Vegetables ; H. Hollis Hunnewell, Parker Barnes, F. Lyman
Winship.
Fruit :
William C. Strong, Chairman; P. Brown Hovey, Azell C. Bowditch,
Hervey Davis, Daniel T. Curtis, John M. Merrick, Jr., Frederick
Clapp.
Flowers :
John C. Hovey, Chairman; James McTear, Francis Parkman, Charles
H. B, Breck, E. Frederick Washburn, Charles B. Brigham, William
H. Halliday.
Vegetables :
Charles ^N". Brackett, Chairman; George Hill, Walter Russell, George
W. Pierce, E. A. Story, John Fillebrown, H. P. Kendrick.
Committee of Arrangements :
Charles H. B. Breck, Chairman; William C. Strong, Daniel T. Curtis,
E. Frederick Washburn, Walter Russell, John C. Hovey, Hervey
Davis, Charles N. Brackett, George Hill, George W. Pierce,
Francis Parkman, William H. Halliday, Charles B. Brigham.
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TRANSACTIONS
a^jiHcltnrii^it,^' Ijcriitultiinil ^on^tg,
THE YEAR 1869
BOSTON:
PRINTED BY HENRY W. DUTTON & SON,
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CONTENTS
KePORT of the COMMITTKE ON FrUITS, ------ 1
Premiums and Gratuities awarded, - - - - - - - 16
Ukpoet of the Committee on Plants and Flowers, - - - '28
Premiums and Gratuities awarded, . . - . . - . 43
Hkhort of the Committee on Vegetables, ----- 68
Premiums and Gratuities awarded, ------- 72
Kki'ORT of the Committee on the Library, ----- 81
Kei'Ort of the Finance Committee, ----- - - gs
Mount Auburn Cemetery Account, - - - - - - 87
Kkport of the Treasurer, -.- 91
Address of the President, James F. C. Hyde, 94
Members of the Society, — Honorary, - - 97
Corresponding, ------ lOO
Life, -.----.- 103
Annual, - - - . - - - i09
Officers AND Standing Committees of the Society for 1870, - 115
Extracts from By-Laws, 116
i
EEPOETS.
Report of the Committee on Fruits,
FOR THE YEAR 1869.
BY W. C. STRONG, CHAIRMAN.
"What are the experiences and suggestions of the year in respect to
Fruit culture in Massachusetts? In view of the fact that tlie total
product has been below the average, and, at the same time, that prices
instead of being higher have actually been lower; in view of the large
quantities and in some fruits the fine specimens which have been brought
to our markets from abroad, there may possibly be a feeling of discour-
agement among our cultivators in regard to future prospects. We
notice the enterprise of planters of small fruits in the Middle States.
We receive large quantities of Strawberries and other fruits at prices
below the line of profit to us. Of Peaches from the South we have
had an unprecedented supply, and at very low rates. Pears from Vir-
ginia, from Kansas, and from California have been equal, and some kinds
superior, to any we have ever produced. The Grape season has been
favorable with us, but not so in other sections. Still we have received
a fair supply from the West, and, judging from sijecimens sent from
California, we are inclined to think that, in future years, we shall have
larger quantities of Grapes from the Pacific slope and at rates quite
below those to which we have been accustomed.
It is said that S30 per ton is the full price for the best of the
European varieties of Grapes, in the California vineyards. As these
vineyards are now but about a week's distance from us, and as we
know tlie product is likely to be immense, beyond anything the world
has heretofore seen, can we doubt that our markets will receive a large
supply and be considerably affected thereby. Beyond question, fruit
culture has received a stimulus throughout our vast domain which
gives promise of highest results. Can we in Massachusetts hope to
maintain our rank? Have our cultivators reason to expect that their
enterprise will be rewarded with profit? We still think so, we believe
there is reason for a hopeful enthusiasm in this field. In the first
place, we are to keep in mind the fact that within the next thirty years
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our population is to advance from forty millions up to one hundred
millions. What a stimulus to eftbrt is given by this simple fact of
increase in demand. "We shall have need to put forth all our energies to
feed this vast multitude.
Again, local producers of fruits must always have a disproportionate
advantage over distant producers. Teas, Silks, Woollens, Cottons,
even the more bulky products of agriculture may be shipped from conti-
nent to continent. But fresh fruits deteriorate, and though, as we said
before, we must expect competition from beyond our State borders, yet
the home producer not merely saves the cost of forwarding and of
commissions, but, in the case of many fruits, he has the much more
important advantage of their fresh and healthy condition. He should
be encouraged, therefore, to contend against serious odds in soil and
climate. We do not rest here. For our most important fruits our stern
climate and soil are no discouragement. We acknowledge no inferior-
ity in the capabilities of Massachusetts, for the culture of fruit adapted
to this latitude. Let us briefly pass the list of fruits in review.
Strawberries are admitted to be at home with us. In all respects our
soil and our climate are adapted to the perfect development of this val-
uable fruit. In ordinary seasons our beds make vigorous growth during
the burning months of July and August, producing large and firm
crowns, which are a sure index of a large croj), of superior size. In
warmer sections and dryer soils the beds become more or less burned
in midsummer, and consequently the fruit will be smaller. It is only
necessary to give generous culture, and hold in check the tendency to
make a sui:)erabundance of runners (an evil not sufficiently recognized),
in order to secure the best results, with a I'emarkable degree of certainty.
It is the testimony of visitors from abroad, that our exhibitions of this
fruit are superior in quality to any they have seen in other parts of the
country. As to the profit of growing the Strawberry there can be no
question. It is true our markets are aflfected by the low price of the
crop received through New York. Yet our fruit is so superior that it
bears its own price, to a good degree. Even the present season, when
the small fruit business has been confessedly overdone in the Middle
States, Avhen besides the large quantities, picked at low rates and sent to
us at a loss, there were still left other large quantities to perish in the
fields, our growers on the other hand have been amply compensated.
Our fruit was a little later, it was better in quality, it brought better
prices and was a remunerative crop.
Nothing but wise culture is necessary to make the Cherry a success.
It is liable to injury in winter, but this, to a great degree, is owing
to over luxuriant growth, which can be checked. It is liable to the
sting of the curculio, but this is an evil which we can and must over-
come, however laborious the task. We have not had Cherries of late
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years, as in former profusion, for several reasons. Most of our orchards
were seriously injured, some years since, by a peculiar and excessive
winter. It is a long process to re-establish a Cherry orchard, and our
cultivators have sought for quicker returns. The price of labor is
higher in our State than elsewhere, almost without exception through-
out the world, and our children are largely, not at work, but at school.
Consequently the lal)or of picking the Cherry is a serious drawback to
its profitable culture. Also we have been injudicious in the selection
of varieties, planting the most tender kinds and those most subject
to the curculio and the rot. But the Cherry can be grown to perfec-
tion— there is no inherent difficulty, we can, we do so grow it. Let us
do so more abundantly.
Confessedly we have a genial soil for the Kaspberr}' and the Black-
berry. The autumn vigor of our canes indicates that the entire season
is favorable for the retention of foliage and the maturity of the fruiting
canes. The same may be said of the Currant. V>^e know that in some
sections of our countr}' the sun is too parching for the foliage of these
fruits ripens and drops long before the season is ended. With perfect
health, we invariably have the perfection of fruit upon our tables.
If it is asked why we have so little in quantit}', compared with the
hundreds of acres devoted to this purpose, in Vineland and other sections
south of us, we reply, confessing that there is a lack of enterprise in
this direction, among us. Other profitable employments and the high
price of labor hare diverted from this interest. But here again let all
our cultivators be assured there is no inherent difficulty, remunerative
crops are sure to follow skilful culture, independent of all competition
from without.
Other sections can undoubtedly produce Grapes of better quality than
we. But varieties as hardy as the Concord produce abundantly and are
remunerative. Especially, earlj'- kinds, which come before the Catawba,
are profitable. We continue indeed to have upon our tables Isabellas
equal to any to be found elsewhere. But the growth is not spontaneous
and for profitable field culture we must rely as yet upon the Hartford
and Concord. The fact that one of your committee has, during the past
fall, extended his vineyard, by planting four acres with vines, is an indi-
cation that intelligent cultivators have confidence in the Grape, as a
source of profit.
Of the Pear we speak with more confidence, and we do not hesitate to
difier from the conclusions of Mr. Houghton of Philadelphia, who, in a
recent essay, has pronounced Pear culture unsuccessful in the vicinity
of Boston. We think this is a great error. That there have been fail-
ures is not to be doubted. That many mistakes have been made, that
there has been mucli neglect, that great numbers of trees have died, is
beyond dispute. On the other hand we are bold to say that ^yi^e cult-
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ure of the Pear is as certain of success, with us, as it is possible to be
anA'where in this uncertain world. The crop is never a ftxilure, our
tables are always filled. There are seasons of superabundance and of
comparative lack. But we never have an approach to a failure. It is
true that we ouj^ht to have more of this fruit in our markets, and at
lower rates, through it is now a common and comparatively cheap
article, in the autumn months. That it can be produced in vast quan-
tities, with little cost of labor, with more than ordinary certainty, and
that the cro]) can be sold so as to yield a good profit, is beyond dispute.
We have cultivators who have demonstrated this problem. That we
have not many witnesses is simply because most of our citizens direct
their main energies to the factory, the warehouse, or the exchange, as
the source of largest profits. There is a possibility of gains, there is
an activity and a fascination in business pursuits which make men impa-
tient of the slow but certain rewards of terraculture. With us no one
has planted a Pear orchard at all approaching that of Dr. Houghton's in
magnitude. Xo one has selected a spot, with special reference to its
fitness and cultivated it with an undivided and unfiagging interest. In a
moral and social point of view it is well that every homestead among
us is supplied, to a good degree, with the complement of fruits, and that
the public supi^ly comes mainly from this large aggregate. Yet it
is desirable, in many ways, that we should have some prominent exam-
ples in the culture of large fruits, such as we have among the small fruits.
We cannot name the examples of our ex-presidents, because their cult-
ure has been either incidental or for the purpose of testing varieties.
We can name no one who has pui'sued Pear culture with a single eye, as
men pursue other occupations. Yet we are persuaded that very feAv
long investments promise more certain returns, with honorable distinc-
tion, than do the careful selection of localities and the extensive planting
of a half dozen varieties of Pears with sole reference to the market.
We spoke of the Aj^ple in similar language, last season. It is, par
excellence, a Massachusetts fruit. AVe have thousands of slopes pre-
cisely adapted to its most successful culture. The only want now is of
men of clear foresight, who can discern the wants of future millions, who
have a considerable capital and who can in patience possess their souls,
during the tedious years of preparation for a sure return to skilful cult-
ure. To such men the cankerworm and the whole horde of evils will
prove only as a healthful stimulus to activity.
Gentlemen, we are too much disposed to congratulate ourselves ujwn
what we have done. We have but just begun; we are like children pad-
dling by the shore. It is time we should launch out with a bolder stroke.
We are inclined to dwell upon the condition of the Boston market, as
■exceedingl}^ prejudicial to the interests of fruit culture in this vicinity.
•Cultivators have the impression that the market is well supplied, that
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fruits are rather slow of sale and that it would be an easy matter to
cause a glut, by a slight increase in quantity. Indeed, dealers will tell
you they have Pears kept back which they let go to waste rather than
overstock the market and reduce the price. The producer's price is low
enough, and yet he must keep his supply at a moderate limit, lest he
should cause a decline in prices. IsTow instead of this, the trv;th is that
we have not made any aj^proach to a test of the capacity of our market
for fruits. The price of most fruits to the consumer is altogether too
high to admit of their free use liy all classes. We have only to call to
mind a surplus crop of any fruit, the Peach of this season for example,
which compels a moderate retail price, to notice the vastly increased
demand which seems to absorb all that is received. It is then manifest
that the price governs the demand. Make the price reasonable and there
can scarcely be a danger of overstocking our markets with really good
fruit. But we have before said that the producer's price is low enough.
The difficult^' is with the retail price. For example the average price of
native Grapes to the producer was ^10 per hundred pounds in September
last. Day by day dealers were supplied at this rate, they not disguising
but rather advertising, with large placards in their windows, the same
fruit at twenty cents per pound. Thus they received, with scarcely any
shrinkage, and for the mere trouble of weighing, exactly as much as the
cultivator does for his months of toil. Could we sell Grapes by the
ton, §10 per hundred pounds would be regarded as a sufficiently reward-
ing price to the cultivator. And if, instead of the extortionate advance
of hundred per cent., they were retailed at a moderate profit, does any
one doubt that the quantity required for consumption would increase to
a point fully equal to our capacity to supply. It is the pernicious
influence of our Boston market, extending to all our adjoining large
towns, which checks enterprise and prevents a large expansion in fruit
culture. The Grape is instanced as possibly a strong case, and jet it
indicates the fact that a much larger commission is paid to produce
dealers in Boston than is the case in New York, Philadelphia and other
large cities. This fact operates in two ways. It makes the cost of
living in Boston comparatively high, and thus injures the interests of
the city. It also limits the demand and circumscribes the profits
of the producer, and thus discourages enterprise. Plainly we need more
open markets and more direct methods for the delivery of our fruits.
But our space is too limited for the discussion of this subject. In
noting the objects of interest on exhibition during the season we have
again to pass the fruits in course.
Strawberries. — ■ Jenny Lind took the lead as the best early kind^
seeming to be about a week earlier than Ilovey, or Triomphe. On this-
account it is valuable, and it is certainly deserving the attention of ama-
teurs. For Winter forcing Triomphe de Gaud has given the best resjjlts.
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superior specimens of which were exhibited b}' James Comley, March
•20th and subsequently. Davis & Bates exhibited, June 16th, a plant of
Jucunda, pot-culture, showing a remarkable abundance of fruit, indicating
that this variety may force well. Mr. E. P. Wheeler of Xcav York pre-
sented two seedlings, through Mr. B. K. Bliss, on the 16th of June, one of
which resembled the Hovey but was darker in color. It was of good size
and flavor. Its value depends upon its characteristics in +he bed. The other
was light colored, resembling the French, was soft and lacked character.
AV. F. Underwood again presented his seedling Strawberry, which
sustained its reputation of last season, and in quality it may be marked
among the " best." A dark obovate Strawberry, of large size, full
of juice and of good quality, exhibited by J. B. Moore, was not recog-
nized by your committee. Possibly it may be the Golden Seeded;
it deserves attention. The President Wilder aj^peared to as great
advantage as in previous years and we can but hope will prove as supe-
rior in other grounds as it has with Mr. Wilder. The Lady of the Lake
Strawberry was not on exhibition, j'et it came under the notice of some
of your committee upon the land of Mr. Scott, its originator. It is a
very productive variety, exceeding the Wilson in the number and uni-
formity of berries, light in color, deeply indented, with long neck and
of fair quality. Mr. Scott, who raises largely for the market, thinks it
is altogether the most profitable kind he has. Seth Boyden's Seedling
mo. 30 is of large size and has a long neck, was not especiallj^ attractive.
Jucunda is held in high and growing esteem by many cultivators and is
undoubtedly a valuable variety. Wilson is gaining steadily in our
market and this is a certificate of merit which is not to be overlooked.
It is a profitable crop and succeeds everywhere. On the other hand. La
Constante finds friends among amateurs, as heretofore. It ripens late
in the season, and yet Jucunda seems to continue equall as late, a fine
dish of which was exhibited July 17th. Still later, July 24th, James
Comley exhibited Triomphe de Gaud, indicating how well this variety
holds out to the end of the season. Dr. Nicaise is a monstrosity, so
gross in form as to be undeserving of admittance into our goodly list.
Owing to its immense size it is frequently green on one side when ripe
on the side nearest the sun.
Cherries. — Black Tartarean and Black Eagle are oiir leading prize
kinds. Other varieties, such as Downer, Elton and old Black Heart,
are more hardy. It is suggested tliat in the case of fi-nit trees which
tend to excessive luxuriance of wood, it is well to allow the grass to
grow around the trees and thus hold the growth in check. In this way
the wood matures and hardens so as to endure the extreme cold of our
winters. Our honored president has mentioned the case of an orchard
of Cherries, the wood of which is never injured by cold and the ci'op of
which is almost sure to be good, and this orchard is in a field of grass.
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It seems to be clear that in our rich garden soils both the Peach and
the Cherry will make too rank growth and are very liable not only to
the loss of fruit buds, but also to the destruction of immature wood and
the poisonous influences which result therefrom. A lower diet is
recommended for the Cherry and Peach than we have been accustomed
to give. A seedling Cherry presented by C. E. Grant resembled Down-
er's Late, biit was more tender and juicy and was of sufficient merit to
receive the Silver Medal.
CuKRANTS. — La "Versaillaise is becoming- the recognized prize kind
and the leading market variety. Dana's White is very large and beau-
tiful in appearance, i^^o new kinds have appeared on our tables the past
season.
Raspberries. — Remarkably fine specimens of the Hornet were
exhibited by William H. Barnes, July 17th. This is a very large, long
and pointed fruit, firm enough for carriage, of clear bright red color and
is said to be prolific. It promises well. J. B. Moore exhibited superior
dishes of the Franconia, large and of better quality than Knevet's Giant.
The absence of the Clarke from our exhibitions will be noted. The
impression prevails that it is not productive. Another season will
decide. J. F. JoUs of Providence, R. I., exhibited a variety imder the
name of ^N^arraganset, which he said w^as not up to its usual size. It
did not appear to advantage, in comparison with other kinds on the
table. The Philadelphia, Catawissa, and the Black Caps are not often
seen on our tables, because they sutler by comparison with other varie-
ties. Yet the Philadelphia is so hardy and prolific that it has a value
for the family that requires quantity as the first condition. Catawissa,
on the other hand, is one of the most tender and high flavored of any
on the list, and by proper treatment can be made to yield such a boun-
tiful crop in September, when all other small fruits are gone, that it
deserves a place in every garden. For a Fall croj), the canes should be
cut back nearly to the ground in April, and the late crop will be upon
the new growth. But what can we say for the Black Caps? In good
conscier.ce. not much. They are hardy, they are very productive, they
are shining black and very pretty, they have an agreeable wild flavor.
But they are small, seedy, dry — they are almost beyond the power of
sugar and cream to help them. The open market is a rough, but it is a
pretty sure test of value, and our Boston market refuses to take the
Black Caps. We speak the more decidedly in regard to this fruit
because of the extravagant praise which the so called Doolittle's Im-
proved has received in the Middle States. We have had on our tables
white, or yellow varieties of the Black Cap, but they are not an improve-
ment, either in quality or color. Davidson's Thornless is an improve-
ment in the respect of being comparatively free from thorns. We have
not fruited the Mammoth Cluster, in this section, and we can only hope
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that it will so far fulfil the descriptions of size and juiciness as to
redeem the class.
Blackberries. — "Wilson's Early received the first prize. Under the
superior culture of Messrs. Clapp it was much larger than the Dor-
chester, which it resembles in appearance, a noble fruit, but, we regret
to add, more acid than even the Lawton. It is undoubtedly early and
a valuable market kind. Kittatiny was not exhibited. Missouri Mam-
moth, judged by the experience of one season, is small and utterly
worthless. At present it certainlj' apj^ears to be an imposition. On
the 27th of August the "Wachuset was exhibited by K. E. Fletcher. It
has the appearance of the Lawton, but was not as large; the quality was
fair and the impression produced was favorable. It seems to be unu-
suallj' hardy, is undoubtedly productive, and its comparative freedom
from thorns will probably make it desirable. The Sable Queen was not
exhibited, but coming under the observation of some of your commit-
tee, disapi^ointed them, both as to size and color. Our means of judg-
ing were meagre and therefore we give no oj^inion as to its probable
value. "We infer from the advertisements of the introducer of this
variety that he does not desire our opinion in regard to it. But it seems
to us to be a duty to the public that your committee should obtain infor-
mation in regard to evexy new candidate for joublic favor and freely to
exi^ress a candid judgment. And we may also be permitted to add that
we think it equally the duty of every introducer of a new variety to
submit the same to the judgment of ijroperly constituted local commit-
tees. Doubtless, in the present instance, the significance of the lan-
guage used was not fully realized, but it must be clear, upon a moment's
reflection, that to speak of the " opinions of patron saints in horticult-
ure " as of no value, in the introduction of new kinds, is to assist in
opening the flood gates of imposition upon a too credulous public. Let
the public learn wisdom, and invariably demand that every candidate for
favor shall have passed the regularly appointed tribunals for judgment.
C. II. Lake presented, August 21st, a Blackberry called the Agawam
which ai^peared to be very prolific but lacking in quality and size.
Gooseberries. — An English variety, supposed to be Green Walnut,
received the first prize. These foreign sorts do not, however, deserve
extended culture, as they are so often a failure. Remarkably pro-
ductive branches of a fruit resembling the Mountain were exhibited by
S. C. Buswell of Exeter, N". II., the fruit and foliage of which were so
fine as to indicate that it may possibly be a new and valuable seedling.
A similar kind, a seedling raised by Josiah Newhall, was exhibited the
same day. Mr. Newhall says it is decidedly more vigorous and the
fruit larger than the Mountain. In his good judgment it is in all respects
superior to the Mountain, and your committee are inclined to think he
has a valuable seedling.
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Peaches. — Forced specimens of this fruit were exhibited through-
out May and June. Mr. Holbrook continues to distance all competi-
tion, sweejiing all the jirizes with his superb dishes, and iH'Oving con-
clusively that for a score or more of years the trees may be ke^Dt in
most perfect health, vigor and productiveness. The Early Crawford
continues to be the favorite kind for forcing. On the 28th of August,
Hale's Early and Early York received prizes for open culture, on the
same day that Early Crawford received the prize in cold house cult-
ure. On the same day, George A. Mudge exhibited a high colored
seedling resembling Early Crawford, which was equally good in quality
and possibly was more juicy. It may prove to be distinct and earlier.
September 4th, Early Crawford took the first prize. Mr. Mudge's seed-
ling took the second prize, and a seedling from J. B. Loomis, resembling
Cooledge's Favorite, took the third prize. J. T. Foster exhibited his
seedling, September 11th. It has been heretofore described and deserves
all the praise that has been given in previous reports. If it succeeds as
w^ell with other cultivators, as it has in the hands of Mr. Foster, it will
deserve the prospective prize, as the best seedling recently introduced.
Several other seedlings have been upon our tables, both early and late
kinds, some of which were of excellent quality. As the Peach usually
produces fruit from the stone in near resemblance to the parent, it is
recommended that cultivators plant the stones of good kinds in the spot
where the trees are wanted, in not over-rich soil, in order that a slow
and steady growth may be secured. Instead of forcing the Peach, as is
done in the warmer climate of !N'ew Jersey, taking but one or two
crops before destroying the orchard, it is undoubtedly a wiser course for
us to develop the normal habits of the tree, or indeed holding in check
its ordinary luxuriance and thereby securing the strength and hardihood
of age. One of the best seedlings we have seen was presented at the
Annual Exhibition by Mrs. G. L. Stearns of Brookline. It was of medi-
um size, possibly a seedling from George lY., of bright color, tiesh white,
melting and delicious.
October 1st, James Cruickshank presented a Peach which he names
Hunter, of roundish, obovate form, with slight suture, large, well
colored on the sun side, a cling, exceedingly juicy, rich and high
flavored ; well deserving attention.
The list of awards will indicate the exhibitions of Plums, Figs and
!N"ectarines, concerning which we have nothing new to note.
Pears. — The first prize was awarded to Madeline, July 31st, the
specimens of which were fine, although the variety does not compare
with its early competitor. Doyenne d'ete, in qviality. A week later, and
again, August 14th, Beurre Giffard received the first prize, as it has for
several years past. Supreme de Quimper taking the second prize. After
this time, and until the Bartletts came in, Clapp's Favorite held a
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marked prc-omiuence, Eostiezer being second in rank. The Clapp
appears to be very hardy, vigorous, and prolific, larger, and by some
pronounced better than the Bartlett, and as it requires early picking (in
order to avoid rotting at the core), and ripening in advance of the Bart-
lett, it certainly promises to be our most valuable summer variety.
September 11th, Bartletts were the best variet3^
At the Annual Exhibition we observed the effect of the gale of
September 8th. Most of the Peai-s were blown off at that time, before
the fruit had attained its full size. And yet we had a long list and unex-
pcclcdlj' creditable specimens. G. F. B. Lcighton of Norfolk, Ya.,
exhibited extraordinary specimens of Louise Bonne, the largest wc
have ever seen, and also very superior Duchesse d'Angouleme. Thej'
were a surprise to us, and indicate that in chosen localities at the South
extraordinary size may be obtained. Still our home specimens indi-
cated by their solid, sterling excellence that we may hold rank with any
section for this fruit. Other sections inay produce larger fruit, as is the
case with Apples at the "West, but it is well known that the quality of
this large growth is inferior, light and thin. But we would not detract,
we must award generous praise to the fruit from Virginia, from Kansas,
and to the magnificent Glout Morceaus and Easters and other varieties
froin California. Only let us not be at all discouraged, but rather have
confidence that, making qiiality a test paramount to size, we may hope
to compete with the most favored sections. The seedling Pear of F. &
L. Clapp, called the Sarah, has been described in previous reports. It is
about of the size and may be compared Avith Belle Lucrative, but is more
sjirightly and colors up better, becoming a bright yellow; is a little later,
skin thin, quality very good; is well worthy of trial. Another seedling,
called the Nicholas, was exhibited by Messrs. Clapp, November 7th.
It was of medium size, obovate, stem long, skin thin, yellow, very juicy
and high flavored; a j^romising variety. Francis Dana presented a
seedling, November 13th, without a name, which was above medium
size, smooth and fair, yellowish; melting and very sweet, but not juicy.
For Fall varieties, Beurre Bosc received the first prize, Sheldon the
second, and Duchesse d'Angouleme the third. Of course this is not an
absolute test of the relative value of the kinds, since one may have had
better culture than another, yet we believe, the list of awards is sug-
gestive and to considerable degree a guide to planters. Making Down-
ing our guide, your committee rejected Beiii-re d'Anjou as a winter
variety, for the prize of November 13th. Yet it was later than the
Lawrence this season, and may with ordinary care always be kept until
mid-winter. We have seen it in superb condition at Easter. It is,
therefore, proposed to regard this inestimable, inconiparal)le variety,
among the late kinds, as a winter fruit. This season Lawrence received
the first prize and Dana's Ilovey the second.
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The fruit of the shigle tree of Mount Vernon was blown oft' by the
gale in September, yet the specimens of this promising winter variety
were creditable.
Ovir Societj' is greatly indebted to Dr. Strenzcl of Martinez, Califor-
nia, for a collection of his fruits, Avhich arrived in season for our Annual
Exhibition, and thus gave an opportunity to multitudes to see the varied
products qf that favored State. The Winter I^Telis, Beurre Diel and
Vicar Pears were especially fine, as were also the Quinces. Flame
Tokay, Lombardy and Chassclas Grapes indicated healthy growth and
excellent quality, although somewhat injured by the long transit.
Apples. — Eed Astrachan was the first to appear on our tables,
July 31st, and subsequently, August 21st, received the first prize, "Wil-
liams ranking second.
At the Annual Exhibition, Porter was remarkably fine. There were
also fine specimens of Hubbardston and Gravenstein, but the effects
of the gale, which occurred a fortnight previous, was very plainly to be
seen in the collections. No section of our globe is exempt from these
accidental, or rather jirovidential destructions of our crops, and instead
of complaint or discouragement we ought rather to be thankful that
these evils are of comparatively rare occurrence with us.
We were under obligation to R. W. Furnas, Esq., of Brownsville,
jS'eb., ]N'ovember 17th, for a fine collections of Aj^ples, twenty-five
varieties, which gave us an opportunity of comparing them with our
own products. Fameuse was specially fine, and the rest comjiared
favorably with our best specimens.
The prize kinds, ]N"ovember 13th, were first Northern Spy, second
King, third Hubbardston. Messrs. Clapp's first and second collections
were as large, fair and fine as we have ever seen, and indicated how
entirely practicable it is to cultivate this fruit to perfection.
On the IGth of January last, F. Burr exhibited fine specimens of the
Murphy, high colored, remarkably beautiful and of good quality. Mr.
Burr states that the tree is uniformly productive. Lane's Sweeting,
exhibited by Mr. Burr a week later, appears to be a good winter sweet.
March 12th, l^ahum Smith of Weston exhibited Gravenstein Ajjples
in a remarkable state of perservation, fair, plump, juicy and excellent.
He states that they were simply kej^t in a cool barn cellar. Would it
not be a profitable enterprise to preserve some of our best winter sorts
in this inexiDensive way, and bring them fresh and crisp into the market
at the period of the dearth of fruits, in April and May?
On the third of AjDril, Mr. Lester Goodwin presented an Apple of
peculiar apjiearance, seeming to be a mingling of Baldwin and Eoxbury
Russet. As this appears to be another case of the influence of the stock
upon the character of the graft, the instances of which are becoming
too frequent to be disputed, we give Mr. Goodwin's description, which
is entirely trustworthy:
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Apple without a namfi; name preferred, if consistent, Whiting's Sport.
History as follows : — ]N'athaniel Whiting, originally from Dedliam,
Mass., then residing on his farm in Amherst, N. H., planted apple seeds
about the year 1820, and within three or four years afterwards procured
scions from Dedham with which he engrafted the seedlings; one scion
grew and bore the regular Baldwin Apple, becoming a large tree of 12-
14 inches diameter of trunk in 1854; at which time a small branch,
which had started from a limb at a point about twenty feet' from the
ground, was observed to bear fruit dilTering from the rest of the tree,
and was, in appearance, between a Baldwin and Roxbury Russet; this
branch has continued to enlarge and bear these peculiar Apples; and
grafts from it have been inserted in other trees where they grow difler-
ently from the Baldwin or Eusset tree, and are of upright rapid growth ;
in fruitfulness about the same as the Baldwin. The fruit jiresented was
borne in 1868, by grafts of this peculiar branch inserted in other trees,
five years from cleft grafting, on the same homestead. The keeping
quality is evident from the specimens herewith, April 3d, 1809, which
were taken from a barrel packed the middle of October, in which no
decayed ones were found when opened, the 16th of March.
Grapes. — The forced fruit of M. H. Simpson, June 5th, was fine and
was worthy of the prize. Afterwards, in July and August, Messrs.
Holbrook and Turner received prizes. But we have too few comi)elitors
for these prizes. Latterly, our Native Grapes have been so abundant
and excellent in the market, and have been sold at such low rates, that
the products of cold houses have been neglected and have been unpro-
fitable, being dull of sale at thirty-five cents per pound, at wholesale.
As the fruit is so perfectly at home in the forcing house, and is such a
beautiful as well as remunerative crop, when brought in quite early in
the season, we do not hesitate to recommend its extended cultivation.
With the great increase in wealth and population, we doubt if we have
as many Forced Grapes in our market as we had twenty years since.
The collections of Exotic Grapes exhibited in September were large and
fine. It is not amiss, however, to intimate to cultivators that your com-
mittee will regard color and healthy maturity as more important than
rank size. The first appearance of Native Grapes was August 28th,
B. B. Davis exhibiting Jenning\s Seedling, a tough, foxy, black variety,
which is still found to be profitable on account of its earliness. Dr.
Waters of Newton exhibited a black Grape of the Burgundy class,
small, sprightly and good, which he says has almost uniformly ripened
in Maine, and now, in Newton, produces regular crops, with little lia-
bility to mildew. The same day, James Comley exhibited a fine looking
black Grape, not quite ripe but promising. Upon subsequent days it
bore a very close resemblance to the Hartford. Mr. Comley thinks it is
difierent and earlier.
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September 11th, Delaware received the first prize, and Adirondac the
second, as early varieties. At the Annual Exhibition our tables were
completely full, and we doubt if a finer disjilay could be made in any
part of the country. The Delawares and Concords were particularly
fine, and also the exceptional Isabella, though it is not exceptional for
Mr. Wellington to produce this variety in unsurpassed excellence. lona
was not fully ripe. We regret to say that it does not appear to be as
early as Concord. Mr. Allen Putnam presented a Grape, called Nashua,
which appears to rank between the Hartford and Concord, sweeter than
either and does not droji. We regard it as promising. Several seed-
lings, by C. F. Gerry and James Comley, did not sufficiently indicate
their character or merit to require notice. The seedlings of S. W.
Underbill, which were described in oiir rej^ort last year, were again on
our tables at the Annual Exliibition. They continue to sustain their
character and we must regard them as the most promising varieties now
on trial. Mr. Underbill regards the Seuasqua, which he states to be a
cross between Concord and Black Prince, as the most valuable. It has
much of the character of Black Prince, is brisk, juicy, tender, with no
pulp, excellent in quality. It is said to be remarkably healthy and
vigorous in growth, and, if it shall so prove, we know of no drawback,
except its time of ripening, which may indeed be serious for this sec-
tion. It is said to be no earlier and probably is a little later than Con-
cord. Another black Grape of same parentage and similarly resembling
the Prince, though not quite equalling Seuasqua in quality, is thovight
to be two weeks earlier, and this point may determine its value with us.
These two were more fully described last season, as was also the white
Grape now named Croton. This last is of the Chasselas type, having
the foliage of one of its jDarents, the Delaware, though larger and thicker.
It is said to be very vigorous and healthy, and, if so, it must be valuable.
Possibly suthcient notice has not been taken of the Fedora of Mr. James
Cruickshank. For several years creditable specimens of the Chasselas
type have been upon our tables, your committee presuming that the
fruit was obtained in some favorable position in the neighboring city of
Chelsea. Mr. Merrick, of the committee, has visited the vines this sea-
son and states that he found vines in fruit on the first of October in
two difterent gardens. "In one, the vine was trained upon a high trellis
about four feet in front of a brick wall, with a southern exposure. The
clusters on this vine were large, fair and fully ripe, as were the Grapes
on a Kebecca and Delaware vine on the same trellis. The foliage,
which seemed here, perhaps, a little scanty, was perfectly healthy. Other
vines were found growing in a shady low spot of ground, where mildew
might be expected, but they were all healthy and vigorous. The fruit
is of a marked Chasselas type, and the vine is undoubtedly a seedling of
some Chasselas variety. Time and experiment alone can determine its
value for general cultivation." Mr. Dana's seedlings, the Dana and
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Konnntiim, were again i)resented and were of usual quality, but we
regret that no definite test of their value for general culture has yet
been obtained.
Tlie Concord was again exhibited under the name of Main's Seedling.
Col. Newhall presented a red Grape which sprung from the Concord;
it Avas sweeter than its parent but showed indications of dropping.
Mr. Wellington comi^elled the award of the first prize to the Isabella,
October 9th, although this variety is of little value for general culture.
Besides the fine collections of Davis & Bates and S. G. Damon, which
took prizes, Charles H. Higbee and D. M. Batch exhibited large col-
lections, embracing most of the numbers of Rogers and manj^ new kinds.
Salem is a compact bunch, berries reddish black, thick skin, of fair
quality and nearly r\])e. Martha, a green or white Grape, was sweet,
with melting pulp and i^leasant. Arnold's No. 2, of Clinton type and
parentage, and of same size, was brisk, rather sharp, but agreeable and
promising. Arnold's No. 1 was larger but very acid and poor. Col.
"Wilder presented several second crosses of Rogers' Hybrids to your
committee for testing. Some of these have lost character by recrossing
and none seemed to have special merit. Nos. 41 and 43 are very like
No. 4, now called Col. Wilder, and we trust it may deserve so honorable
a name. To us it seems to be the most valuable of Mr. Rogers' seedlings.
Mr. C. M. Hovey presented, from Francis Houghton, a seedling sup-
posed to be from the Concord and resembling it, though not so large.
It was said to be grown under unfavorable circumstances. In char-
acter it Avas as melting as the Adirondac, brisk and agreable. It
deserves notice. It is well to note the date when the above kinds were
tested.
Still later, October 22d, the extreme verge of the season for the
Grape, very fine bunches of Union Village were exhiljited, and also of
the Diana. This last does not require so long a season, but it ripens so
unevenly that its bunches appear to better advantage when all the ber-
ries are fully ripe, at the close of our longest seasons. There is no
doubt, however, that upon certain conditions of culture an earlier and
uniform time of ripening may be obtained for the Diana. More space
in the vineyard, more extended growth of cane and laterals, seems
likely to be the method by which we shall obtain permanent health and
pi'oductiveness with varieties which, with the close pruning system, are
ver}^ uncertain.
While our list of contributors is a long one, it will yet be seen that
the large proportion of prizes is carried otf by a few names. Messrs.
Davis & Bates deserve special mention for their continued interest
and successful culture. The amount of their prize money is ^150.
Messrs. Clapp arc next highest on our list, and deservedly so, they
obtaining prizes to the amount of $^59. Messrs. Damon, Moore, Grant,
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FRUITS. 15
Turner, Hill, Foster, Holbrook, Barker, Walker & Co., Gillej^, Yaii-
diiie and B. B. Davis have also been prominent, and somewhat constant
in their contributions throughout the season. It is unnecessary to add
the names of many others whose products haA'e contribiited to make
our exhibitions both jileasing and instructive.
We close our Report with the subjoined list of Awards.
Respectfully sul)mitted by
W. C. Strong,
P. B. HOVEY,
Hervey Davis,
J. M. Merrick, Jr.,
D. T. Curtis,
a. c. bowditch,
.Frederick Clapp,
Cominittee on Fruits.
SI 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
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PRIZES AXD GRATUITIES AWARDED FOR FRUITS.
To F. Burr, for Murphy Apple, January lOth, - - -
Nahum Smith, for Gravenstcins, jn-eserved to March 12th, -
James Comley, for Triomphe de Gand Strawberries,
March 27th, -..----
James Comley, for Triomphe de Gand Strawberries,
April 3d,
Lester Goodwin, for an interesting Sport of Baldwin
Apples, ...---.
May 29.
To C. S. Holbrook, for best collection of Forced Peaches, - 5 00
June 5.
To C. S. Holbrook, for best Early Crawford Peaches, - - 5 00
C. S. Holbrook, for the next best variety (Cooledge's
Favorite), 5 00
C. S. Holbrook, for the next best (Stetson's Seedling), - 3 00
M. H. Simpson, for the best two varieties of Forced
Grapes, 5 00
J. B. Moore, for Hunt's Russet Apples, well kept, - - 1 00
June 12.
Early Strawberries. — For the best, to George Hill, for
Jenny Lind, - - - - - - 5 00
Gratuity :
To J. W. Foster, for the same, - - - - - 1 00
Opening of the Hall, June 16.
Strawberries. — For the best Jenny Lind, to George Hill, - 5 00
For the next best Jenny Lind, to Wm. H. Locke, - - 3 00
For the best Wilson's Albany, to J. W. Foster, - - 5 00
For the next best Wilson's Albany, to J. B. Moore, - 3 00
Gratuities:
To Mrs. T. W. Ward, for the Hovey, - - - - 3 00
Wm. P. Walker, for Triomphe de Gand, - - - 3 00
J. L. Gardner, for Triomphe de Gand, - - - 3 00
Davis & Bates, for Jucunda, pot culture, - - - 5 00
Amos Bates, for Agriculturist, - - - - 3 00
J. W. Foster, for Jenny Lind, - - - - 1 00
J. B. Moore, for Jenny Lind, - - - - - 1 00
PRIZES AWARDED FOR FRUITS. 17
Rose Show, June 23.
Strawberries. — For the best four quarts of any variety, to
Wm. P. Walker, for Triomphe de Gand, - - - $25 00
For the best six varieties of two quarts each, to George
Hill, - 25 00
For the best four vai-ieties of two quarts each, to Davis &
Bates, .._..--
For the next best, to J. B. Moore, - - - -
For the best Hovej^'s Seedling, to Geo. Hill, . . -
For the best Triomphe de Gaud to Amos Bates,
For the best Jenny Lind, to J. "W. Foster, . . -
For the best Brighton Pine, to George Hill, - - -
For the best Agriculturist, to George Hill, - . -
For the best Wilson's Albany, to J. W. Foster, - - -
For the best Jucunda, to George Hill, - - - -
For the best President Wilder, to J. E. Tilton & Co., -
Gratuities:
To Daniel Clarke, for a collection, . _ . _
N. B. White, for a collection, - - - . -
C. E. Grant, for a collection, . - - - -
Wra. C. Child,
Henry C. Nichols, ------
July 3.
Gratuities:
To J. B. Moore, for a fine Collection of Strawberries, -
Davis & Bates, for the same, -----
Geo. F. Foster, for the same, -----
James Comley, for the same, -----
Wm. F. Underwood, for a seedling, - - - -
J. E. Tilton & Co., for fine specimens of the President
Wilder Strawberry, the Silver Medal, valued at -
C. E. Grant, for Elton Cherries, - - - -
Geo. F. Foster, for Boyden's Seedling Strawberry No. 30, -
July 10.
For the best late Strawberries, to Davis & Bates, for Jucunda,
For the next best, to Davis & Bates, for La Constante,
For the best Black Tartarian Cherries, to Phineas J. Stone, -
For the best Black Eagle Cherries, to James Nugent, -
For the best Collection of Cherries, to C. E. Grant,
For the best Collection of Forced Grapes, to C. S. Holbrook, -
Gratuities :
To Davis & Bates, for Dr. Nicaise Strawberries,
J. B. Moore, for a dark unknown Strawberry,
2
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To W. C. Strong:, for Peach Tree, pot culture, - - - S3 00
Lewis Wheeler, - - - - - -2 00
J. H. Frothingham, - - - - - - 2 00
Benjamin Davis, - - - - - -100
J. E. M. Gilley, 1 00
Geo. F. Foster, - - - - - - 1 00
Wm. C. Child, 1 00
July 17.
For the best Ked Currants, to W. H. Barnes, for La Yersal-
laise, .-_._._
For the next best, to F. & L. Clapp, for La Versallaise,
For the best White Currants, to J. ^V. Foster, for Dana's
White, -------
For the next best, to Francis Dana, for Dana's White,
For the best late Cherrie3, to Hovey & Co., for Biji^arreau
Savoy, .--..-.
For the next best, to J. E. M. Gilley, for Downer,
For the best Raspberries, to Wm. H. Barnes, for Hornet,
For the next best, to J. B. Moore, for Franconia,
For the next best, to J. W. Foster, for Knevet's Giant, -
Gratuities:
To C. E. Grant, for seedling Cherry resembling the Downer,
the Silver Medal, ------
S. G. Damon, -------
,J. L. Bird,
J. C. Park,
James Nugent, ------
Jacob Todd, -------
Mrs. E. M. Gill,
J. E. M. Gilley,
Daniel Clarke, -------
Lewis Wheeler, ------
W. C. Child,
July 24.
Gratuities:
To Wm. H. Barnes, for Hornet Raspberries, etc.,
James Comley, for Triomphe de Gand Strawberries,
J. B. Moore, for Franconia Raspberries, - - -
S. G. Damon, for Houghton Gooseberries, - - -
F. & L. Clapp, for Wilson Blackberries, - - -
.James O'Brien, for English Gooseberries, - - -
3Iiss E. S. Wood, for Figs,
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July 31.
For the best dish of Pears, to J. E. M. Gilley, for Madeline, - $4 00
For the next best, to Davis & Bates, for Doyenne d'ete, - 3 00
For the next best, to Wm. Maloon, for Doyenne d'ete, - 2 00
For the best Gooseberries, to Phineas J. Stone, for Green
AVahmt, 3 00
For the next best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, - - - - 2 00
Gratuities :
To F. & L. Clapp, for Wilson's Blackberry, - - - 3 00
Wm. H. Barnes, for La Versaillaise Currants, - - 2 00
Mrs. A. Freeman, for Peaches, - - - - 2 00
George Leland, for Peaches, - - - - - 2 00
Francis Dana, for Blackberries and Kaspberry, - - 2 00
W. F. Hall, 1 00
J. E. M. Gilley, 1 00
J. H. Frothingham, for Astrachan Apples, - - - 1 00
George Emerson, for Astrachan Apples, - - - 1 00
J. F. Jolls, for a new Easp])erry, - - - - 1 00
S. G. Damon, 1 00
Benj. G. Smith, 1 00
James Xugent, - - - - - - -100
August 7.
For the best Blackberries, to F. & L. Clapp, for Wilson's, - 4 00
For the next best, to James Nugent, for Dorchester, - 3 00
For the next best, to B. C. Yose, for Dorchester, - - 2 00
For the best Pears, to Davis & Bates, for Beurre GifFard, - 4 00
For the next best, to II. Vandine, for Beurre Giftard, - - 3 00
Gratuities:
To K. W. Turner, for fine Collection of Fruits, - - - 5 00
E. R. Fletcher, for Wachuset Blackberries, - - - 2 00
G. A. Godbold, for English Gooseberries, - - - 2 00
Wm. F. Hall, 1 00
B. B. Davis, - - - - - - - 1 00
George Emerson, - - - - - -100
James Eustis, - - - - - - -100
Benjamin Smith, - - - - - -100
Geo. W. Willis, - - - - - - - 1 00
J. \V. Foster, 1 00
August 14.
For the best Pears, to Davis & Bates, for Beurre GifFard, - 4 00
For the next best, to M. P. Wilder, for Supreme de
Quimper, - - - - - - -3 00
For the next best, to J. H. Frothingham, for B. Giffiird, - 2 00
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For the best Collection of Pears, to M. P. Wilder, for tlie
Clapp, B. GifTard, Sterling, etc., - - - -
Gratuities:
To R, W. Turner, for fine Grapes, - - - -
James Nugent, for fine Blackberries, - - - -
S. C. Buswell, for fine Gooseberries, - - . -
Benj. G. Smith, for Apples, - - - - -
H. Vandine, .---..-
Benj. B. Davis,- ------
Wm. A. Crafts, -------
F. & L. Clapp,
"Warren Heustis, ------
Francis Dana, -------
E. C. Stevens, -------
John G. Barker, --.__-
August 21.
For the best Apples, to Warren Heustis, for Red Astrachan, -
For the next best, to George Hill, for Williams,
For the next best, to Benjamin G. Smith, for Sweet Bough, -
For the best collection of Apples, to J. AV. Foster,
For the best Pears, to F. & L. Clapp, for Clapp's Favorite,
For the next best, to Walker & Co., for Clapp's Favorite, -
Gratuities :
To R. W. Turner, for fine Grapes, - - . _
H. Vandine, for Collection of Fruits, - • -
Benjamin B. Davis, ------
James Nugent, ------
Josiah Newhall, ------
J. E. Hodgkins, --..--
Joseph H. Fenno, ------
C. H. Lake,
August 28.
For the best Plums, to Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Yellow Gage, -
For the next best, to J. Savage, Jr., for Vandine's Seedling,
For the best Collection, to H. Yandine, - -
For the best Pears, to F. & L. Clapp, for Clapp's Favorite, -
For the next best, to Davis & Bates, for Rostiezer,
For the best Peaches, cold house culture, to Davis & Bates,
for Early Crawford, . - - . -
For the next best, cold house culture, to Davis & Bates,
for Early York, ------
For the best Peaches, open culture, to Walker & Co., for Hale's
Early, ..-.---
For the next best, to J. E. Hodgkins, for Early York,
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2 00
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PRIZES AWARDED FOR FRUITS. 21
For the best Figs, to Walker & Co., for Brown Turkey, - $3 00
For the next best, to Benjamin Fobes, - - - 2 00
Gratuities :
To R. W. Turner, for fine Grapes and Pine Apple, - - 3 00
George A. Mudge, for Seedling Peach, - - - 1 00
John G. Baker, for fine Apples, - - - - 2 00
Francis Dana, - - - - - - -100
Benjamin B. Davis, - - - - - -100
Benjamin G. Smith, - - - - - -100
James Comley, - - - - - - -100
George TV. Leonard, - - - - - -100
J. E. M. Gilley. 1 00
Dr. Waters, 1 00
September 4.
For the best three varieties of Pears, to Davis & Bates, for
Bartlett, Belle Lucrative and Flemish Beauty, -
For the best Peaches, to Mrs. F. Nichols, for Early Crawford,
For the next best, to George A. Mudge, for his Seedling.
For the next best, to J. B. Loomis, for his Seedling, -
Gratuities :
To Walker & Co., for Collection of Fruit,
G. W. Brown, for Collection of Plums, _ . .
Hovey «& Co., for Omar Pasha Pears, . _ .
Benjamin Fobes, .__.._
J. Owen, --------
A. A. Kingman, ______
Benjamin G. Smith, -.___.
George Pierce, ----_--
J. E. M. Gilley,
J. L. Bird,
James N'ugent, ______
John Mahony, _------
James Comley, ._-.__
September 11.
For the best one variety of Grapes, to S. G. Damon, for Dela-
ware, .___..-
For the next best variety of Grapes, to Davis & Bates, for
Adirondac, -------
Gratuities :
To F. & L. Clapp, for superior Clapp, Bartlett and Seckel
Pears, - - - -
G. W. Brown, for fine Collection of Plums, - - .
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for fine Collection of Plums and Peaches,
6 00
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To Daniel Clark, for fine Grapes, - - - - S2 00
C. E. Grant,
Josiah Kewhall, ......
T. S. Pettingill,
A. J. Dean, --.-...
George H. Coffin, ..---.
William C. Child,
J. L. Bird,
John Mahony, .-.-..
John P. Avery, ......
Benjamin B. Davis, -.-_-.
Boston Farm School, -----.
James Comley, .--...
J. Fisher, __.._.
J. E. M. Gilley,
S. G. Damon, ------
Francis Dana, ------
PRIZES FOR FRUITS AT THE ANNUAL EXHIBITION,
September 21, 22, 23, 24.
Apples. — For twenty varieties, the third prize, to A. D. Wil-
liams, -.--..
For fifteen varieties, the first prize, to Samuel Hartwell,
For fifteen varieties, second prize, to James Eustis,
For ten varieties, first prize, to F. Skinner,
For ten varieties, third prize, to J. W. Foster,
For five varieties, first prize, to John G. Barker,
For five varieties, second prize, to S. G. Damon, -
For five varieties, third prize, to J. B. Moore,
For the best single dish, to J. B. Moore, for Hubbardston,
For the next best, to F. & L. Clapp, for Gravenstein,
For the next best, to Walter Russell, for Porter, -
For the next best, to Samuel Hartwell, for Baldwin,
Gratuities :
To Samuel Hartwell, for Porters, - _ _
Benjamin G. Smith, for Collection of Apples,
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, for Baskets of Fruits,
Miss H. E. Wheeler, for Baskets of Fruits, -
Pears. — For the best twenty varieties, to Davis & Bates,
For the next best, to J. C. Chase, - - .
For the next best, to Walker & Co.,
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8 00
4 00
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5 00
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2 00
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3 00
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20 00
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PRIZES AWARDED FOR FRUITS.
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For the best fifteen varieties, to Josiah Stickney, - - S15 00
For the next best, to William A. Crafts, - - - 12 00
For the next best, to S. G. Damon, - - - 10 00
For the best ten varieties, to Jacob Nudd, - - - 10 00
For the next best, to Alexander Dickinson, - - 8 00
For the next best, to William E. Austin, - - - 6 00
For the best five varieties, to Jesse Haley, - - - 6 00
For the next best, to Jacob Eaton, - - - - 5 00
For the next best, to C. E. Grant, - - - - 4 00
For the best dish of Bartlett, to Jacob Nudd, - - 5 00
'' " Doyenne Boussock, to John G. Barker, 5 00
" '' Beurre Langlier, to Jacob Nudd, - 5 00
" " Beurre Bosc, to J. Stickney, - - 5 00
" " Seckel, to C. N". Brackett, - - 5 00
" " Swan's Orange, to A, McDermott, - 5 00
" " Louise Bonne, to Jacob Nudd, - - 5 00
" " Urbaniste, to J. G. Barker, - - 5 00
" " Duchess D'Angouleme, to S. G. Damon, 5 00
" " Beurre Diel, to T. S. Pettingill, - - 5 00
" " Beurre d'Anjou, to S. G. Damon, - 5 00
" " Sheldon, to Josiah Stickney, • - 5 00
" " Flemish Beauty, to H. Vandine, - 5 00
" " Marie Louise, to Stiles Frost, - - 5 00
" " Belle Lucrative, to C. E. Grant, - o 00
" " Merriam, to M. P. Wilder, - - 5 00
'• " Beurre Hardy, to J. C. Chase, - - 5 00
" " Beurre Clairgeau, to Jacob Nudd, - 5 00
" " Andrews, to C. E. Grant, - - 5 00
Gratuities :
To G. F. B. Leighton, for superior specimens from Virginia, the
Silver Medal, - - - - - - 5 00
Hovey & Co., for Collection, - - - - - 6 00
H. Yandine, - - . - - . .400
T. S. Pettingill, 3 00
Edmund Gage, - - - - - - - 3 00
Jacob Todd, - - - - - - - 3 00
J. E. M. Gilley, - - - - - - 3 00
T. M. Davis, - - - - - - - 3 00
Mrs. M. J. Mcintosh, - - - - - - 2 00
Mrs. J. H. Sumner, - - - - - - 2 00
George G. Gove, - - - - - - 2 00
Benjamin B. Davis, - - - - - -2 00
J. H. Frothingham, - - - - - - 1 00
J. L. Bird, 1 Ott
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To Benjamin G. Smith, - - - - - - SI 00
G. M. Mellen,
Estate of B. Harrington, . - _ _ .
Wm. C. Child, -
Philander Crowell, ---._.
C. E. Richardson, --..._
A. McDermott, - , -
E. C. Stevens, -------
Charles Birchard, ---...
A. S. Dean, .---...
Charles Bird, --.-.-.
Allen Putnam, ---..-.
John Savage, Jr., .-.._.
Peaches. — For the best four varieties, to Mrs. P. Nichols, -
For the next best, to C. E. Grant, - . - -
For the next best, to Eliphalet Davis, . . -
For the next best, to Lewis Wheeler, . . .
For the best single dish, to C. E. Grant, . . .
For the next best, to J. L. D'Wolf, - - - -
For the next best, to Mrs. F. Nichols, . . _
Gratuities :
To Edward Roberts, for pot culture, . . - -
Mrs. G. L. Stearns, for a Seedling, - - - -
Francis Dana, for Collection, - - _ - -
Plums. — For the best four varieties, to II. Vandine,
For the next best, to Joseph Clark, - - - -
Grapes, Foreign. — For the best Black Hamburg, to George
B. Durfee, -------
For the next best, to C. M. Atkinson, _ - .
For the best other black sort, to R. S. Rogers, for Barba-
rossa, __.-...
For the next best, to Edmund Gage, for Zinfindal,
For the best Muscat, to C. M. Atkinson, . . _
For the next best, to Joseph Clarke, . _ .
For the best other white sort, to C. M. Atkinson, for Syrian,
For the next best, to Wm. Miller, for Chasselas,
For the best two varieties, to R. W. Turner, - - -
For the next best, to Joseph Clarke, . . .
For the next best, to Stephen Oliver, Jr., - - .
For the best six varieties, two bunches of each, to R. W.
Turner, -------
For the next best, to Geo. B. Durfee, . . -
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Gratuities :
To Edmund Gage, for collection, - - - - -
Horace Partridge for Chavonsch, _ - . -
E. Phinney, for Trebbiana, . - - - -
Native Grapes. — For the best collection, to Davis &
Bates, ._-...-
For the next best, to S. G. Damon, - - - -
For the best six bunches of Delaware, to Moses Hunt,
" " Diana, to Chas. E. Richardson, -
" " Isabella, to J. V. Wellington, -
" " Israella, to Davis & Bates,
" " Concord, to Daniel Clark,
'• " Hartford, to B. B. Davis,
" " Rebecca, to George B. Cutter, -
'' " Creveling, to James Cruickshank,
" " Allen's Hybrid, to Wm. Miller, -
" " Rogers No. 4, to W. H. Wilcox, -
" " lona, to J. Capen,
" " Adirondac, to Davis & Bates, -
Gratuities:
To W. C. Strong, for collection, - - - - -
Charles Higbee, for collection, . . . _
I. P. Langworthy, for Fedora, . . . -
R. W. Holton, for lonas, . . . - -
Allen Putnam, for Nashua, - - - -
James Comley, for collection, . - - - -
Henry O. Nichols, for Agawam, _ . - .
J. M. Brigham, for Hartford, - - - - -
Stephen Underhill, for Seedlings, Croton and Senasqua, the
Silver Medal, ......
J. E. M. Gilley, for Quinces, - - - - -
Walker & Co., for Figs,
October 9.
Autumn Pears. — For the best ten varieties, to Davis &
Bates, _.._.-.
For third best, to S. G. Damon, ....
For the second best live varieties, to C. E. Grant, -
For the best single dish, to R. W. Ames, for B. Bosc,
For the next best, to Walker & Co., for Sheldon, -
For the next best, to John Mahoney, for Duchesse,
Autumn Apples. — For the best single dish, to J. G. Baker,
for Hubbardston, ------
For the next best, to J. G. Baker, for French Pippin,
For the next best, to S. G. Damon, - - . -
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Native Grapes. — For the best collection, to Davis & Bates, -
For the next best, to S. G. Damon, - - - .
For the best two varieties, to C. E. Grant, ...
For the next best, to Benjamin Davis, . . .
For the best dish, to J. V. Wellington, for Isabella, -
Foreign Grapes. — For the best three varieties, to R. W.
Turner, .....--
For the next best, to Horace Partridge, - - -
For the best one variety, to R. W. Turner, for Victoria
Hamburg, -------
For the next best, to Horace Partridge, - - .
Gratuities:
To Chas. H. Higbee, for large collection of Native Grapes,
D. M. Balch,
T. S. Pettingill, for collection, - - - . -
George Craft, -------
B. B. Davis,
Francis Dana, -------
J. E. M. Gilley,
E. H. Hitchings, ------
C. N. Brackett, -------
Mrs. F. Nichols, ------
Abner Kingman, ..-.-.
Josiah Newhall, --....
C. E. Grant,
George Craft, -------
Jonathan Brown, Jr., ------
October 22.
Gratuities:
To Dr. J. W. Bartlett, for fine Diana Grapes, - - - 2 00
Francis Dana, for Grapes, - - - - - 1 00
O. C. Gibbs, for fine Vicars, 1 00
November 13.
Winter Pears. — For the best five varieties, to Davis &
Bates, 8 00
For the third best, to S. G. Damon, - - - - 4 00
For the best one variety, to F. & L. Clapp, for Lawrence, - 5 00
For the next best, to F. Dana, for Dana's Hovey, - - 3 00
For the next best, to Galen Merriam, - - - - 2 00
Winter Apples. — For the best ten varieties, to F. & L.
Clapp, the French Plate, valued at - - - 12 00
For the next best, to F. & L. Clapp, the French Plate,
valued at 9 00
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For the best one variety, to J. G. Barker, for Northern Spy, S4 00
For the next best, to P. & L. Clapp, for King, - - 3 00
For the next best, to J. B. Moore, for Ilubbardston, - 2 00
Gratuities :
To Walker & Co., for collection, - - - - - 3 00
F. & L. Clapp, for collection, - - - - - 2 00
J. B. Loomis, - - - - - - - 2 00
r. Crowell, - - 2 00
William Maloon, - - - - - - 2 00
J. E. M. Gilley, 2 00
Samuel Hartwell, - - - - - -2 00
John G. Barker, - - - - - - 2 00
Benjamin B. Davis, - - - - - -100
December 2.
Gratuities:
To H. Yandine, for Beurre d' Anjou, very fine, - - - 3 00
A. D. Hodges, for Yellow Bellflower, - - - 1 00
D. T. Curtis, for Collection of Apples, - - - - 2 00
F. Dana, for Collection of Pears, - - - - 2 00
Total Amoukt of Awards.
Amount of appropriation, - - . - §1,400 00
Awards, 1,357 00
Balance not awarded, ----- $43 00
28 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Reporj of THE Committee on Plants and Flowers,
FOE THE YEAH 1809.
BY J. C. HOVEY, CHAIRMAN.
As the year draws to a close, we are reminded of the duty we owe
to the Societj', in the shape of an Annual Report of the doings of the
Flower Committee during the year.
The past season, up to the 8th of September, was a most favorable
one for floriculture.
The Winter was mild and the Spring opened early, though late frosts
continued at intervals until May 23d.
The Summer months were remarkably free from very dry or stormy
weather; this had the effect to much improve the displays at the weekly
exhibitions throughout the season, both in quality and quantity.
On the 8th of September we were visited, more particularly in the
eastern portions of the State, with one of the most terrific gales on
record; not only did it destroy nearly all the Annuals and Bedding
Plants, but many of the finest forest and ornamental trees; though of
less than one hour's duration it left our gardens perfect wrecks.
The first frost of the season occured October 6th, but, being quite
light, did little damage, and the remaining flowers continued to bloom
some ten days later, before overtaken by a black frost.
One of the most important features of our weekly exhibititions have
been the fine displays of novelties; this class included many fine hybrid
seedling flowers, and although forming a small part of our exhibitions.
it is, nevertheless, one of the most interesting, and we are glad to notice
that artificial hybridization, so long practised by European horticul-
turists with such gratifying results, is receiving the attention from our
members which it deserves.
Special Premiums. — Of the six premiums offered for Roses by Vice
President Hunnewell, three have been awarded, namely, the first, for the
best collection of twenty named varieties of Hardy Perpetuals to J. C.
Chattin, the same gentleman to whom was awarded the first Hunnewell
Premium in this class last year. The second award was for the best
collection Moss Roses, to W. C. Harding, and the third for the best gen-
eral display of Pot and Cut Roses, to Francis Parkman ; each of the
collections were excellent in every resjiect. The very liberal premium
of $50, for the best six specimen Pot Roses, has not been awarded.
EEPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FLOWERS. 29
Baskets of Flowers show much improvement over last season, the
flowers used being of a better quality and more tastefully arranged; the
number of contributors is also on the increase.
Premiums During the Season. — The custom of olTering premiums, to
be awarded at the end or during a part of the season, has been found
to work badly, and your Committee propose to change all such prem-
iums, fixing a stated time in the next schedule for their award.
Previous to the opening exhibition (June 16) the following exhibi-
tions worthy of mention have been made:
January 9.
William Cains exhibited specimens of a seedling Perpetual Pink,
color dark scarlet, of good form and size, promises well.
February 6.
From J. G. Barker, a handsome plant of Oncidium Species grown on
a block, flowers light yellow, in great profusion. Mr. Barker has the
largest collection of Orchidaceous Plants in the State, many of which
have been shown at our exhibitions during the past season.
From James McTear, specimens of Iris fimbriata and Tritelia uni-
flora, one of the prettiest bulbous rooted plants for winter blooming;
also, flowers of Primula elatior, double red.
From Hovey & Co., a large disjilay of seedling Camellias, in eight
varieties.
March 6.
From Curtis & Cobb, three new Hyacinths, namely. Snow Ball, a good
white variety; ToUens, dark purple, makes a fine truss; Glory of Over-
veen, light purple, not extra.
From Mrs. T, W. Ward, specimens of Bourgainvillea spectabilis, one
of the best greenhouse climbers.
From Hovey & Co., a fine display seedling Camellias, numbering
forty flowers and ten varieties.
March 13.
From William Cains, specimens of his new seedling Monthly Pink.
From James McTear, flowers of Rochea falcata.
March 20.
From George W. Pratt, a fine display of named H3'aciuths.
March 27.
From James McTear, plant of Primula elatior, double red, one of the
best varieties for winter blooming.
From Hovey & Co., specimens of their seedling Camellia A. This
very remarkable variety bears white variegated and rose colored
flowers on the same plant.
30 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
April 3.
From W. C. Strong, flowers of Carnation Sally Lee, a seedling raised
by President Ilj-de; fine, both for winter or summer blooming.
April 17.
From J. G. Barker, plant of Oncidium, without specific name.
April 24.
From George W. Pratt, a fine display of seedling Calceolarias.
From R. C. "Winthrop, sjiecimens of two new Zonal Geraniums,
namely, Madame Lemoin, with double rose colored flowers, and Lord
Derby, a single scarlet variety of fine form and substance.
May L
From J. G. Barker, two more varieties of Oncidium sp., one grown
on a block and one in a jiot; also, flowers of a fine seedling Picotee
Pink, with light flesh ground and red edge.
From E. IL Hitchings, a small, but good collection of Native Plants.
From John A. Kenrick, flowers of Magnolia conspicua.
From John Dix, a fine plant of Arum dracunculus.
May 8.
From James McTear, plant of Primula acaulis alba pleno, fine.
From the Botany Class, Dean Academy, twelve named si^ecies Native
Plants ; this collection included good specimens of Caltha palustris, Sax-
ifraga, Virginica, Amelanchier, Canadensis, Lonicera, cjerulea, and
lloustonia longifolia.
From C. H. Packer, a seedling Carnation flower, large and nearly
double, but rather ragged, color white, striped with carmine.
From Dr. G. R. Hall, a fine plant of Retinospora pisifera, four feet in
height. This splendid Conifer is a native of Japan, and we are in-
formed by Dr. Hall, has proved perfectly hardy at Newport, R. I.,
where it has stood unprotected during the last three winters.
From E. H. Hitchings, a collection of Native Plants, named.
May 15.
From the Botany Class, Dean Academy, twenty-six varieties Native
Plants.
From George "W. Pratt, a fine display of very large and well marked
English Pansiea.
From John A. Kenrick, flowers of Magnolia, Soulangeana and hy-
brida.
From E. H. Hitchings, good collection Native Plants.
May 22.
From Walker & Co., a large collection of Late or Florist Tulips.
From James Comley, good display of Cut Flowers.
From William J. Buckminster, a fine spike of double flowering Al-
mond, four feet in length.
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From the Botany Class, Dean Academy, twenty-nine varieties Native
Plants.
From E. H. Hitchings, collection of Native Plants, among which
were very fine specimens of Trillium pictum.
May 29.
From James Cruickshank, Azaleas and Rhododendrons; also, speci-
mens of Exochordia grandiflora.
June 5.
From E. S. Rand, Jr., a large and fine display of Rhododendrons, num-
bering thirty-one named varieties; among the new ones were eight of
Messrs. Waterer & Godfrey's prize varieties, namely: Mrs. R. S. Hol-
ford, Lady Clement, Charles Dickens, Stella, H. W. Sargent, II. H.
Ilunnewell, Mrs. John Cliitton, and Caractarus. All these varieties are
very distinct. Mrs. John Clutton is one of the best whites in cultiva-
tion. Of the older vai'ieties, the following twenty were the movst showy,
and might be recommended to all who desire a fine bed of Rhododen-
drons, namely: Ophir, Heroine, Rosetta, Verschaflelti, Roseum Siiper-
bum, Victoria, Coelestinum pictum, Purpureum elegans. Album grandi-
florum, Giganteiim, Minnie, Roseum pictum, Columbus, Concessum,Fas-
tuosum, Delicatissimum, Everestianum, Crocea, Attila, and Purpureum
grandiflorum.
Mr. Rand also exhibited his new seedling, a fine variety, w'ith large
trusses of light rose colored flowers.
From the same source were specimens of a new Double Haidy Aza-
lea, named Rosetta.
From James McTear, a good display of Tuberous Iris; also, speci-
mens of Madame Lemoin Zonal Geranium, and plants of Lilium aura-
tum, and Ornithogalum aureum.
From A. Farrier, good display of English Pansies.
From Botany Class, Dean Academy, a collection of Native Flowers,
numbering fifty-seven nam«d species and varieties.
From Miss H. M. Barry, also, a collection of Native Flowers, num-
bering fifty species and varieties.
From E. H. Hitchings, collection of Native Plants. During the past
season Mr. Hitchings has exhibited Native Flowers at nearly every
exhibition, from May 1 to October, many of which are rare in this local-
ity, and required long walks to procure, his object being, as stated in our
last Annual Report, to exhibit only those species or varieties worthy of
cultivation.
From Miss C. S. Wood, handsome Basket of Flowers.
From John A. Kenrick, Hardy Azaleas and Cut Flowers.
June 12.
From E. S. Rand, Jr., a fine display of Rhododendrons, which were
awarded the first premium; also, specimens of seventeen named varie-
ties Hardy Azaleas.
32 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
From Hove}' & Co., large collection Rhododendrons and Azaleas.
From James McTear, two handsome Table Bonquets.
From Mrs. S. Joyce, plant of Crinum longiflorum in bloom; also,
Basket of Flowers.
From J. E. M. Gilley, two Cocoannts or Cocos nucifera, with sprouts
two feet or more in length.
From Miss C. S. Wood, handsome Basket of Flowers.
From Sumner Downe, a good display of Cut Flowers.
Opening Exhibition, June 16 and 17.
Earh' in May it was found that, to insure a good Opening Exhibition,
it would be necessary that it be postponed from the time fixed in the
schedule (May 29) to some day later in the season; and it was sug-
gested, by a number of members, that as many horticulturists and
other visitors would be in Boston during the week of the Peace Jubilee,
it might be expedient to postpone it to that time. In accordance with
this suggestion, a meeting of the Flower Committee was held, and with
the consent of the Fruit and Vegetable Committee, it was voted to hold
the exhibition on the 16th and 17th of June.
A circular was issued, stating the reason for the change, and a copy
mailed to each contributor. The exhibition was held in both halls, the
upper being devotud to Plants and Flowers, and the lower to Plants,
Fruit and Vegetables. In point of size and excellence, it was superior
to any Opening Exhibition ever held by the Society, and we are glad to
state that it was also a success financially.
The principal entries at this exhibition were as follows:
From II. II. Hunnewell, twelve Greenhouse Plants. This collection
was awarded the first premium, and was composed of the following fine
varieties: Rhopala corcovadensis, Cybotium regale, Croton longifolium
variegatum, Alsophila excelsa, Coleus Berkleyii, Stadmannia Australis,
Dracaena cannsefolia, Alsophila Van Geertii, Vriesea Glaziouana, Livis-
tonia altissima, Ixora Amboynensis, Dracpena Draco; also, a fine plant
of Abutilon Thompsoni, and a display of choice flowers.
From Hovey & Co., a large collection of Greenhouse Plants, among
which were the following specimens: Anthurium regale, Pandanus
elegantissimus, Dracaena Draco, Dracaena terminalis latifolia pendula,
Yucca quadricolor, Maranta pulchella, Pandanus utilis. Agave Verschaf-
felti. Hibiscus Cooperi, Dracaena Veitchi, Agave schidigera and Dra-
caena umbraculifera; also, large display of Cut Flowers.
From W. C. Harding, twelve Greenhouse Plants, namely: Maranta
zebrina, fine specimen, Yucca aloifolia variegata, Gymnostachyum
Verschaffelti, Lycopodium Welldenowi, Maranta pardina, Cyathea
dealbata, Dracaena Cooperi and ferrea, Pthynchospermum jasminoides
variegatum, Dalechampia Roezliana, Caladiums Alfred Blue and Boil-
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FLOWERS. 33
deau. Mr. Harding also exhibited two fine collections of Zonal Gera-
niums, as follows: — Varieties not Variegated, Bridal Beauty, Interna-
tional, Duchess of Southerland, Violet N'osegay, and Glow. Varieties
Variegated, Lady CuUuni, Duke of Edinborough. Mrs. Pollock, Sophia
Cusack and Orange Bidt.
From Mrs. T. W. Ward, a large and well grown plant of Rhynchos-
permum jasminoides, this was a^varded the first premium as the best
specimen plant.
From the same source, an elegant display of Exotic Flowers, large
collection of Hardy Perpetual Roses, and specimen plant of Fuchsia.
From James McTcar, Hand Bouquets and collection of Greenhouse
Plants.
From W. C. Strong, large and fine display of Cut Flowers.
From W. H. Hallidaj^ two handsome Wardian Cases, which were
awarded the first and second prizes; also, a well arranged Fern Case.
Fi-om Mrs. S. Joyce, Miss A. C. Wheeler, Miss A. C. Kenrick, Mrs.
E. M. Gill, Mrs. C. Farrier, Miss S. W. Story, and Mrs. C. B. Chase,
each, Baskets of Flowers.
From John E. Westgate, Bouquets and Baskets of Flowers.
From Edward Avery, a fine display of Pasiflora cserulea.
From E. S. Rand, Jr., display of Rhododendrons.
From M. P. Wilder, eight plants of Seedling Coleus, all of which
were very distinct and worthy of propagation; they were awarded the
Society's Silver Medal.
From William Cairns, a collection of Geraniums and display of Cut
Flowers.
From James Nugent, Pot Plants and Hand Bouquets.
From Botany Class, Dean Academy, fine display of Native Plants.
From E. H. Hitchings, also, collection of Native Plants.
From C. M. Atkinson, plant of Fuchsia Prince Imperial.
From W. P. Sargent, collection of Pot Plants, which included some
good Seedling Zonal Geraniums.
From M. W. Clark, plant of Myosotis palustris grandiflorus.
From Foster Brothers, a display of Hardy Perpetual Roses.
From John G. Barker, good plant of Dionfea Muscipula, or Yenus
Fly-trap; also, plant of his fine Seedling Zonal Geranium, named Miss
Gertrude.
From F. Parkman, Double Pyrethrum and Lilium auratum.
From .James Comley, a number of Seedling Zonal Geraniums, but
not remarkable in form or color.
Cut Flowers were exhibited by Joseph Breck, F. Parkman, Hovey &
Co., James Nugent, B. D. Hill, Jr., F. Skinner, O. H. Peck, .Tames
Comley, F. & L. Clapp, A. Farrier, A. McLaren, James McTear,
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George Craft, E. A. Story, E. Wasson, II. H. Iluniu'wcll, and Stunner
Downe.
June 23. — Rose SnoAV.
This exhihition, although somewhat smaller than last 3'ear, contained
a larger number of perfect specimens than is usual.
"W. C. Harding, F. Parkraan, J, C. ChaflSn, and A. McLaren, each
showed collections of Hybrid Perpetual Roses, which for size, shape and
brilliancy of color, would be hard to beat. Those shown by J. C. Chaffin
were particularly fine, and he was awarded the Hunnewcll Premium foi-
the best twenty named Hardy Perpetuals. The collection was com-
posed of the following varieties: — Anna de Diesbach, Marie Beauman,
General Jacqueminot, Fisher Holmes, Therese Levet, President, Mas.
Pierre Notting, Charles Lefebvre,Diichesse de Caylus. Mad. Marie Rady,
Mademoiselle Bonnaire, Mad. ("harles Crapelet, Mad. PuUiat, Mons.
Boncenne Ville de Lyon, Victor Verdier, Mad. Victor Verdier, Prince
Camille de Rohan, Sanateur Vaisse, Jules Margottin.
II. H. Hunnewell exhibited over one hundred named varieties of the
same class. This large and fine collection did not compete for premi-
ums.
Mrs. T. W. Ward sent six specimen plants of Gloxinias, all well
grown and covered with flowers; also, fine specimens of Tabernse Mon-
tana flower pleno, and a dish of rare exotics. The collections of choice
flowers from Mrs. Ward have become one of the most interesting feat-
ures of our exhibitions.
Hovey & Co., showed a collection of new Greenhouse Plants, among
which were good specimens of Abutilon Thompsonii, Cyperus alterni-
folius variegatas, and Agave filifera.
John Richardson showed a fine Seedling Herbaceous Paeony (No. 1),
color light rose, very double and fine form ; of the many named varieties
in cultivation, but few equal this; it was awarded the Society's Silver
Medal. Mr. Richardson informed the Committee that he had many
other fine Seedling Pseonies, which we trust will be exhibited in due
time.
Francis Parkman showed two large flowers of Magnolia macro-
l)hylla, cut from a tree eight years old from seed; also, a good display
of Lilies.
Baskets of Flowers were exhibited by Mrs. S. Joyce, Mrs. E. M.
Gill, Mrs. C. Farrier, Miss C. S. Wood, and Miss L. F. Hall.
E. II. Ilitchings, a collection of Native Flowers; Mrs. C. B. Chase, a
handsome floral design; J. G. Barker, Seedling Canna, with slightly va-
riegated foliage.
J. W. Foster, large collection of Seedling Petunias, many of which
were very distinct and well marked.
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July 3.
Mrs. T. W. Wai'd contriljuted another elegant collection of hot-house
flowers, among which were fine specimens of Combretum purpureiira,
one of the oldest and best hot-house climbers.
J. G. Barker showed four fine specimens of Orcliidaccous Plants,
namely: Oncidium lanceanum, Myanthus (sp.), Gongora nigritta and
Cattleya (sp.)
B. D. Hill, Jr., exhibited specimens of a fine Seedling Double Petunia,
named Florence Hill, color, crimson Avhite, spotted.
James McTear, plants in bloom of Watsonia purpurea (color, brick
red, not ornamental), and Sparaxis odorata, a pi'etty white flowered
variety; both of the above plants were grown from bulbs received by
this Society from the Cape of Good Hope Agricultural Society.
E. H. Hitchings, a good display of Rhododendron maximum.
Miss M. E. Carter and S. A. Eanlett, each showed large collections of
Native Plants.
July 10.
Hovey & Co. exhibited a very remarkable seedling of Iris Ktemp-
feri, with snow white semi-double flowers; this is a great acquisi-
tion to the list of hardj'' Iris. It was awarded a Silver Medal.
C. M. Atkinson showed a handsome plant of Gloxinia without name.
The display of Delphiniums was good; Francis Parkman was awarded
the first premium for the best ten varieties, all of which were seedlings
raised by him, and much superior to imported varieties; Mr. Parkman
also showed a fine semi-double seedling named Mrs. George Derby,
color dark blue, with large white centre. It was awarded the Society's
Silver Medal, as the best seedling for 1869.
O. H. Peck showed a handsome Fern Case; James McTear, fine dis-
play of Summer Phloxes, also a seedling from Madame Suer, which
was pronounced much better than the original.
J. G. Barker, flowers of Gladiolus blandus and Babiana flavum.
C. M. Atkinson, a very fine Seedling Carnation, color white, ground
striped with crimson, close centre.
James Nugent, handsome pair of Hand Bouquets.
C. J. Power, a collection of Hollyhocks.
E. H. Hitchings, large display of Native Flowers.
July 17.
J. G. Barker showed cut specimens of the beautiful Stanhopea
grandis.
Hovey & Co., flowers of Gladiolus Colvilii alba, and Betonica oflScina-
lis rosea, both new varieties.
Francis Parkman, a fine display of Lilies, including the following,
36 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
L. canadcnsp, L. eximia, L. Chalcedonicnm, L. excelsnm, L. aurantia-
cum, L. Thnnborgianum and L. atrosangnineum.
Mrs. T. W. Ward, fine specimens of two new Donble Zonal Gera-
niums, named Andrew Henderson and Madame Lemoin; also, collec-
tion of Carnations and Picotees.
Joseph Breck, a large and fine collection of Seedling Petunias.
James ]McTear, Summer Phloxes, Carnations, Picotees and Table
Bouquets.
A. McLaren, Summer Phloxes, and large display of Seedling Pinks.
July 24.
J. G. Barker exhibited three more fine sitecimens of Orchids, namely
Stanhopea saccata, Gongora (sp.), and Gongora atropurpurea; they
were awarded the Societj^'s Silver Medal.
E. S. Rand, Jr., good specimens of Stuartia pentagj'ua, one of the
finest hardy shrubs.
Francis Parkraan, specimen of Lilium auratum, variety monstrosum,
and fine Double Seedling Delphinium, with light colored flowers.
Hovey & Co. showed specimens of six new Double Zonal Geraniums,
namely Auguste Ferrier, Gloire de Nancy, Madame Lemoin, Marshall de
Champflourd, Kanunculiflora pleno and Triomphe de Lorraine, all fine
varieties.
The display of Stocks at this exhibition were the best that has been
made for a number of years; collections were shown by James Nugent,
Mrs. C. B. Chase, G. W. C. "Washburn and John Stone. Mr. Nugent was
awarded the first premium.
July 31.
Mrs. T. W. Wai'd exhibited an elegant collection of rare hot-house
flowers, among which were fine specimens of Jasminum Sambac flore
pleno. The collection was awarded the Society's Silver Medal.
O. H. Peck showed four new varieties of Coleus, viz.: Aurea margi-
nata, Scotti, Bausii and Sandersonii; all these varieties were quite dis-
tinct, and make a valuable addition to the list of vai'iegated bedding
plants. They were awarded a first class Certificate of Merit.
Hovey & Co. exhibited specimens of the beautiful Greenhouse Climber,
Bignonia Chamberlaynii and Erythrina Billangeri.
W. II. Holiday showed very curious specimens of roots, grown in the
form of Pears and Apples, from Silver Orchard, near the Half-way
House, Mt. Washington, N. H.
Miss M. E. Carter, a large collection of fifty named species and varie-
ties of Native Plants.
The display of Hollyhocks was good, but would have been much better
if the time for their exhibition had been fixed one week earlier; the
contributors were James Nugent, Herbert Gleason and B. D. Hill, Jr.
report of committee on flowers. 37
August 7.
J. G. Barker exhibited two handsome si^ecimens of Orchids, namely
C'attleya Harrisonise and Forbesii.
E. H. Ilitchings, a fine collection of Native Plants, among which
were specimens of the rare Orchid, Platanthera blephariglottis.
Elbridge Wason, a large and well grown plant of Hj^drangea Hor-
tensis.
Francis Parkman exhibited a remarkable Seedling Lily, a hybrid
between L. auratum and L. lancifolium; the flower exhibited, though not
quite expanded, measured six inches in diameter, color nearly white, with
crimson spots on the lower portion of each petal. Mr. Parkman also
showed a fine Seedling Phlox named Sultana, color white, with dark
crimson eye. It was awarded the Society's Silver Medal as the best
seedling for 1869.
Hovey & Co. exhibited a collection of eighty-two varieties of Herba-
ceous Plants.
J. S. Eichards, four Seedling Gladiolus, each of which would bear
comparison with many of the imported varieties.
The display of late Phloxes was remarkably fine; the contributors
were James McTear, John A. Black and A. McLaren. Mr. McTear
was awarded the first premium.
August 14.
Mrs. T. W. Ward exhibited a collection of Gladiolus, among which
were the following fine varieties, Thomas Moore, Pluton, Fulton,
Madame Dumortier (new 1869), Madame Desportes (new 1869), Eugenie,
Monsieur Legouve (new 1869), James Veitch, Princess Mary of Cam-
bridge, Picciola (new 1869), Madame Vilmorin, and a fine display of
Hardy Perpetual Roses.
W. C. Harding showed fine specimens of Pasiflora princeps and two
varieties of Allamandas.
The display of Balsams was small, the only collection exhibited being
those from A. McLaren.
J. S. Eichards exhibited a large and fine collection of Seedling Gla-
diolus, many of the specimens being equal to named varieties.
James Nugent, two handsome Hand Bouquets.
J. G. Barker, two fine specimen plants of Orchids, namely, Epiden-
drum atropurpureum, and Pinsteria cerena.
E. H. Hitchings, a collection of Wild Flowers, including good speci-
mens of Corallorhiza odontorhiza or Dragon's Claw Orchid.
Hovey & Co. a fine Seedling Aconitum, with large dark blue flower;
also, display of Lilium auratum and lancifolium, Melpomene.
August. 21.
M. P. Wilder exhibited a large collection of Seedling Lilium laucifo-
38 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
ium, of remarkable size, form and richness of color. Mr. Wilder has
been very successful in producing so large a number of line seedlings.
They were awarded the Society's Silver Medal.
O. II. Peck showed a handsome Fern Case.
C. W. W. Wellington, a fine specimen of Liatris pycnostachya.
Augustus Lowell, eight fine plants of Amaryllis belladonna.
Hove)'' Sc Co. exhibited specimens of a new seedling variety of Fankia
Sieboldii, with pure white flowers; this is a valuable addition to the
list of summer flowering Herbaceous Plants. It was awarded the
Societj'^'s Silver Medal.
W. C. Harding showed an elegant collection of Roses and Exotics.
E. H. Hitchings, fifteen species and varieties of Native Plants.
James McTear, thirty species and varieties of Herbaceous Plants;
also, handsome pair of Table Bouquets.
H. W. Arnold, a good display of new and rare Annuals and Bedding
Plants.
J. S. Richards, tine collection of Seedling Gladiolus.
F. Parkman, large display of Lilium lancifolium.
J. G. Barker, good Plant of Cattleya crasifolia.
The display of Petunias was good, though not large in numbers; the
contributors were John A. Black, A. McLaren and B. D. Hill, Jr.
August 28.
The exhibition of Gladiolus was much smaller than Inst year; the
contributors were George Craft, J. S. Richards and A. McLaren.
Mr. Richards was awarded the Society's Silver Medal for the best
seedling variety of 1869. Color of flower: bright crimson ground, flaked
with carmine; makes a good spike.
A. McLaren was awarded the first premium for the best twenty
named varieties; the collection was composed of the following excellent
sorts, namely, Reine Victoria, Fulton Vermilion, Eurydice, La Favor-
ite, Sir Joseph Paxton, Rossini, ITorma, Barnard de Jussieu, Sir Wil-
liam Hooker, La fiance. Flora, Urania, Madame Furtado, Ul3^sses,
Princess Mary of Cambridge, Princess Alice, Monsieur A. Brougniart,
Etendard, Ceres, and Mary Stuart.
Mrs. T. W. Ward showed a large collection of rare flowers: among
which were fine specimens of Hedychium Gardnerianum, and the difl'er-
ent varieties of Double Zonal Geraniums; also, a fine display of Hardy
Perpetual Roses.
J. G. Barber exhibited two fine specimens of Orchids, namely, Rodri-
guezia secunda and Dendrobium forinosum.
Augustus Lowell, a sjjike of Lilium auratura, which was much finer
than the original variety, the spots on the petals being larger and more
brilliant.
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FLOWERS. 39
E. H. Hitchings, a collection of Wild Flowers, among which were good
specimens of Utricularia inflata or Blaclderwort.
B. D. Hill, Jr., specimens of his fine Seedling Double Petunia, named
Florence Hill.
September 4.
The exhibition of Asters was unusually fine; collections competing for
premium were shown by Joseph Breck, J. B. Moore, Ilernum Grundel,
James Comley, Hovey & Co., James Barratt, Elbridge Wason, John A.
Black, A. McLaren, and James Nugent.
The display of Verbenas was small, owing to a severe rain storm of
the day previous, the only collection ofiered for premium being those of
James McTear.
Hovey & Co. showed a collection of French Hybrid Gladiolus:
among them were the following new varieties of 1869, namely, Romu-
lus, Monsieur Legouve, Madame Desportes, Homer and Madame Dom-
brai», all fme varieties; also, specimens of a fine variety of Vallota
purpurea, named superba, with larger and more brilliant flowers than
the original variety.
J. S. Richards and George Craft, each made fine displays of Seedling
and Named Gladiolus.
S. A. Ranlett, thirty-five species and varieties of Native Plants,
among which were fine specimens of the beaiitiful Parnassia Caroliniana.
Dr. George R. Hall, specimens of Ailanthus glandulosus, with hand-
some golden variegated foliage. It was awarded a first class Certifi-
cate of Merit.
Thomas Smallwood, a plant of Peristeria elata or Dove Flower, with
one good spike of flowers expanded.
Mrs. S. Joyce, a plant of Crinum (species), with large white flowers,
bulb from the Cape of Good Hope Agricultural Society.
Francis Parkman, fine specimens of Lilium lancifolium, Melpomene.
O. H. Peck exhibited a spike of Lilium lancifolium, with nineteen
flowers and buds.
September 1L
George Everett showed a good collection of new French Ilvbrid
Gladiolus, which included a fine specimen of Michel Ange, a very dis-
tinct variety, color deep crimson, slightly spotted with purple.
James McTear, handsome Table Bouquets and plant of Nerine co-
rusca.
The display of Double Zinnias was good, notwithstanding the great
gale of the 8th of September. The principal improvement over former
years, was the increase in brilliancy and number of colors, which were
very marked. The contributors were Hovey & Co., James Nugent, J.
McTear and A. McLaren.
Native Plants were contributed by Miss M. E. Carter, E. H. Hitch-
inffs, and S. H. Ranlett.
40 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
George Craft was awarded a first class Certificate of Merit, for a
fine Seedling Gladiolus, named Thomas Sheren, color crimson, ground
spotted with dark purple.
J. S. Richards was also awarded a first class Certificate for a Seed-
ling Gladiolus, named M. P. Wilder, color orange cherry, ground blazed
with white, fine.
Mrs. T. W. Ward exhibited a fine collection of choice Flowers.
Mrs. S. Joyce, a good display of Double Balsams.
Mrs. E. A. Story, a collection of Greenhouse Flowers.
Annual Exhibition, September 21, 22, 23 and 24.
In many respects this exhibition was better than last year's, though
the Pot Plants were too much crowded, for want of space, to.be seen at
a good advantage.
W. C. Harding exhibited twenty Greenhouse Plants, ten Caladiuras,
six Ferns, six Begonias, and two specimen plants. Among the collec-
tion were the following fine specimens, namely: Musa enseta (eight
feet), Maranta zebrina, Abutilon Thompsonii, Sanchezia nobilis, Cype-
rus alternifolius variegatus, Autharium regale, Hoya carnosa fol. va-
riegata, Dracfena, Brasiliensis and Cooperi, Gymnostachyum Yerschaf-
felti, fine; Hydrangea Hortensis fol. variegata, Cissus discolor, Musa
zebrina and Bonaparteaglauca. Among the Ferns were Cibotium spec-
tabile, Asplenium Australis, Lomaria gibba, Pteris argyraia, and Blech-
num Brasiliense; also, fine specimens of Dalechampia lioezliana, and
Irisine Lindenii, the last named is recommended as a fine bedding plant.
H. H. Hunnewell showed six Marantas, six Lyco2:)ods, ten Variegated
Leaved Plants, and three specimens. The finest plants in this collection
were Croton longifolia variegata, Alocasia macrorrhiza fol. variegata,
Cyanophyllum magnificum, Allamanda nobilis (a splendid species),
Stevensonia Sechellarum, Dracaena stricta, Panicum variegatum, San-
chesia nobilis fol. variegata, and the very rare Dractena regina, with
white terminal leaves. Among the Marantas were fine specimens of
regalis. Van den Heckii, splendida, pardina and zebrina. The six Lyco-
pods included good specimens of Selaginclla Africana, Martensi, um-
brosa, Cordifolia, and Varabilis. Mr. H. also exhibited a plant of the
rare Acul)a Japonica vera, in friiit, which was awarded the Society's
Silver Medal, as the best new Pot Plant of 1869.
Hovey & Co. contributed twenty Greenhouse Plants, ten Varie-
gated Leaved Plants, ten Caladiumc, six Plants in bloom, six Ferns,
six Lycopods, six Marantas, and three specimens. Among this
collection were fine specimens of Dracaena terminalis latifolia pend-
ula. Yucca quadricolor, Cyperus alternifolius variegatus, Sanchezia
nobilis variegata, Eurya latifolia variegata, Alocasia Veitchii, Agave
schidigera and filifera, Dracaiiia Coojieri and umbraculifera, Croton
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FLOWERS. 41
nobilis, Cissus discolor, Pandanus elegantissimus, Ananassa sativa
folia variegata, Cycas circinalis, Cocos coronata, Blechnum corco-
vadensis, Latania borbonica, very fine, Hibiscus Cooperi, Yucca aloi-
folia variegata, and a large specimen of the rare Pandanus Linie; among
the plants in bloom were well grown specimens of Allamanda Scliotti,
Vallota purpurea superba, new, Lagerstroemia Indica, Abutilon Thomp-
soni, Dalechampia Koezliana and Anthuritmi Scherzerianum, new and
rare.
W. C. Strong exhibited twenty-five Greenhouse Plants, among them
were noticed good specimens of Begonia Pearcei, a handsome yellow
flowered vai-iety of late introduction, and Solanum capsicastrum fol.
variegata.
William Cairns, a collection of twenty two Greenhouse Plants, among
which were some good specimens of Double Zonal Geraniums and new
Coleus.
II. P. Arnold, plants of three new Coleus, namely. Princess Beatrice,
Queen Victoria and Her Majesty, also, handsome plant of Diplacus
pimiceus in bloom.
The students of the Massachusetts State Agricultural College
exhibited an elegant specimen of Cyanophyllum magnificum, which was
awarded the Society's Silver Medal.
George Craft and J. S. Richards, each exhibited large collections of
J^amed and Seedling Gladiolus.
The display of Cut Flowers was remarkably good for the season; the
contributors were Joseph Breck, W. C. Strong, Hovey & Co., Francis
Parkman, Elbridge Wason, S. W. Story, James Coir ley and A. Mc-
Laren. Dahlias were also better than usual, but for want of space
had to be much crowded; the contributors were Hovey & Co., B. D.
Hill, Jr., C. J. Power and Edward Flynn. Baskets of Flowers were
not as numerous at this exhibition as usual; the contributors were Mrs.
S. Joyce, Miss S. W. Story, Mrs. C. S. Wood, Mrs. S. Westgate, Miss
A. C. Wheeler and Miss A. C. Kenrick.
W. H. Ilalliday and C. J. Power, each exhibited a handsome Ward-
ian Case.
J. L, D'Wolf, a good specimen of Amaryllis belladonna.
Benjamin P. Putnam exhibited his new patent Self-Watering Flower
Pot. For hanging pots, striking cuttings or for growing plants that
require careful watering, it will be valuable. The committee awarded
Mr. Putnam the Socitt\^'s Silver Medal.
October 2.
Mrs. S. Joyce, fine specimens of Brugmansia arborea; also, hand-
somely arranged Basket of Flowers.
42 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
October 9.
J. McTear, a good Plant of Nerine corusca, and two Hand Bouquets.
George Craft, a collection of Ornamental Kale and flower, sjnkes of
Gyneriuna argenteum.
James Nugent, Hand Bouquets and display of Cut Flowers.
Hovey & Co., Double Zinnias, and large collection of Cut Flowers.
October 23.
AV. C. Harding showed flowers of Sanchezia nobilis.
November 6.
Mrs. S. Joyce exhibited a plant of Double Tuberose that flowered in
Fall of 1868, and now (Nov. 6) had four fine spikes of flowers from the
same bulb. This experiment shows that old bulbs can be made to
flower the second time, if properly managed.
November 13.
The exhibition of Chrj^ santhemums, although not what it should be,
was an improvement on last year.
James McTear exhibited pot specimens of Pompons in Class II.,
which were very creditable; also, cut specimens in Classes III., lY., and
v., composed of the following fine varieties, namely: Pompons — Jonas,
Mrs. Turner, White Trevenna, Ninette, Condrillion, Purpurea Elegans,
Bob, Stella, Justine Tessiei, Madge Wildfire, Nelly and Fairy Nymph.
Large flowered varieties — Alma, Virgin Queen, Progne, Ilolman
Hunt, Golden St. Patrick, Jardin des Plants, Golden Ball, Crimson
Velvet, Empress of India, Kuth, L. Imogine, and Eva.
November 20.
C. M. Atkinson exhibited a good specimen plant of Japan Chrysan-
themum, named Grandiflora, flower large, color golden yellow.
The annual appropriation for Plants and Flowers by the Society was
Sl,700; special premiums oflered by H. H. Hunnewell, S180; making
a total of Sl,880. Of this amount the Committee have awarded $1,772,
leaving a balance not awarded of $;108. In closing this Report we
would call the attention of contributors to the change in the arrange-
ment of the Schedule of Prizes for Plants and Flowers, for the ensuing
year.
The following list of Premiums and Gratuities have been awarded by
your committee the past season.
All of which is respectfully submitted.
J. C. HOVEY, Chairman.
PRIZES AWARDED FOR FLOWERS. 43
PRIZES AWARDED FOR PLANTS, FLOWERS AND
BOUQUETS.
January, February and March.
Camellias. — For the best display of named varieties exhi))ited
during the months of January, February and March, to
Hovey & Co., $6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 5 00
January 23.
p]pACRis — For the best named varieties in pots, not awarded, - 5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
April 3.
Hyacinths. — For the best ten named varieties in pots, not
awarded, - - - - - - -5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
May 1.
Hyacinths — For the best twenty named varieties, open cult-
ure, not awarded, - - - - - -6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 5 00
May 15.
Tulips, Early. — For the best twenty flowers, not less than
ten named varieties, not awarded, - - - - 5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
Narcissus. — For the best display, not awarded, - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
June 5.
Iris (Tuberous varieties). — For the best twelve named varie-
ties, to James McTear, . . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
Hardy Shrubs. — For the best display, not awarded, -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Shrubby Peonies. — For the best six named varieties, not
awarded, ..-----
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For the next best, not awai-ded. . . - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 bottles, not
awarded, -...---
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
4 00
8 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
44 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Baskets of Flowers.— For the best arranged, to Miss C. S.
Wood, - - - - . . - S2 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 1 00
Humietcell rrcniiitms.
Hardy Azaleas. — For the best disphiy of named, not
awarded, - - - - - - . 8 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 5 00
June 12.
Cut Flowers. — For the best dispkiy, filling 150 bottles, not
awarded, - - - - - - -5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded. - - ' - - 3 00
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, 2 00
For the next best to Miss C. S. Wood, - - - 1 00
Uu nnewtll Preiiiiums.
Hardy Eiiododendrons.— For the best disjjlay of named
varieties, to E. S. Eand, Jr., - - - - 8 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 5 00
Opening Exhibition, June 16 and 17.
Greenhouse Plants. — For the best display of twelve varie-
ties, regard being had to new and rare varieties, and well
grown specimens of named plants, to H. H. Hiiunewell, -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the next best, to W. C. Harding,
Greenhouse Azaleas. — For the best six named varieties in
pots, not awarded, .-.---
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
Pelargoniums. — For the best six named Show varieties in
pots, not awarded, ------
For the next best, not awarded, . - . -
For the best six named Fancy varieties in pots, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, . - . .
For the best six named Zonal varieties, not variegated, in
pots, to W. C. Harding, - - . - .
For the next best, toW. C. Hai-ding,
For the best six named variegated Zonal varieties, in pots,
to W. C. Harding, ------
For tlie next best, to W. C. Harding, ...
20 00
15 00
10 00
10 00
8 00
5 00
■8 00
5 00
8 00
5 00
6 00
5 00
6 00
5 00
PRIZES AWARDED FOR FL0WP:RS. 45
Heaths. — For the best six named varieties, in pots, not
awarded, - - - - - - -$6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
Specimen Plant. — Eegard being had to new and rare varieties:
For the best Specimen Plant, of a kind for which no special
prize is offered, to Joseph Clark, - - - - 6 00
For the next best, to H. II. Ilunnewell, - - - 4 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - - 3 00
CiNEKARlAS, — For the best six named varieties, not awarded, - 5 00
For tlie next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
Calceolarias.— For the best six varieties, not awarded, - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Achimenes. — For the best six named varieties, not aAvarded, - 6 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
Pansies. — For the best six distinct varieties in pots, not
awarded. - - - - - - - 5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
Polyanthus. — For the best six distinct varieties, in pots, not
awarded, - - - - - - -4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Auriculas. — For the best six distinct varieties in pots, not
awarded, -------
For the next best, not awarded, . - . -
Hanging Baskets. — The plants to have been growing in them
at least one month.
For the best specimen, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, to James McTear, - - -
For the next best, to James McTear, - . -
Herbaceous P^^iONiES. — For the best ten named varieties, to
Hovey & Co., ------
For the next best, to James McTear, . - -
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Tulips, Late. — For the best thirty flowers, not less than ten
varieties, not awarded, . - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, to W. C. Strong,
For the next best, to Francis Parkman, - - -
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - -
For the next best, to James Nngent, . - _
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - - - -
Kative Plants. — For the largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter,
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
46 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Baskets of Flotvers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, $3 00
For the next best, to Miss S. W. Story, - - - 2 00
For the next best, t) Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - - 1 00
BouciUETS. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, to James
McTear, 4 00
For the next best, to Ilovey & Co., - . - - 3 00
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, to James Nugent, - 4 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - . 3 00
AVakdian Case. — For the best specimen, to W. II. Ilalliday, 10 00
For the next best, to W. H. Ilalliday, . . . o 00
Rose Exhibition, June 23.
Class I.
Hardy June Roses. ^For the best fifteen distinct named va-
rieties, not awarded, . . . . .
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Class II.
For the best ten distinct named varieties, to Francis Parkman,
For the next best, to Walker & Co., . - - -
For the next best, to James Kugent,
Class III.
Hardy Perpetual, Roses. — For the best twenty distinct
named varieties, to A. McLaren, . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
Class IV,
For the best ten distinct named varieties, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Class V.
Moss Roses.— For the best display of not less than ten named
varieties, to Francis Parkman, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - ■ - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Class VI.
Tender Roses.— For the best display of not less than ten
named varieties, to James McTear, - - - 5 00
For the next best, to James Nugent, - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
6 00
4
00
3
00
3
00
2
00
1
00
6 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
PRIZES AWARDED FOR FLOWERS. 47
Class VII.
Roses.— For the best general display, to Joseph Chirk, - $6 00
For the next best, to J. C. Chaffin, - - - - 5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
Special Prizes for Roses, offered by II. II. Hunnewell, Esq.
Hybrid Perpetual Roses.— For the best collection, twenty
varieties, to J. C. Chaffin, - - - - - 15 00
Moss Roses. — For the best collection, ten varieties, to W. C.
Harding, - - - - - - - 15 00
Pot and Cut Flowers. — For the best general display of all
kinds, to Francis Parkinan, ....
For the next best, not awarded, . - . .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Pot Culture. — For the best six specimens, not awai-dcd,
(xREENnousE Plants. — For the best twenty Greenhonse or
Stove plants of dift'erent varieties, not awarded, -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
For the next best, not awarded, - . . .
Fuchsias. — For the best six named varieties in pots, not
awarded, ..-..--
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
Gloxinias.— For the best eight named varieties in pots, not
awarded, .--....
For the next best, not awarded, . - . .
Paisley Pinks. — For the best sixty blooms, not less than six
named varieties, exhibited in bunches of three of the same
variety, to James McTear, ....
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, to James
McTear, -.-..-.
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the best pair of Hand Bonquets, to J. Nugent, -
For the next best, to James McTear, ...
Baskets of Flowers — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, .......
For the next best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill, ...
Sweet Williams. — For the best thirty trusses, not less than
ten distinct varieties, to James McTear, -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 liottles, to W.
C. Strong, ..--...
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
50 00
?,0 00
20 00
50 00
25 00
20 00
15 00
10 00
8 00
8 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
4 00
3 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
$5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
•2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
48 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETTT.
July 3.
Cut Flowers. — For the -best display, filling 150 bottles, to
Francis Farkman. -..---
For the next best, to George Craft, - - - -
For the next best, to J. McTear, - . . .
Native Plants. — For the largest and best displa}' of named
species and varieties, to Miss M. E. Carter,
For the next best, to S. A. Eanlett, . - - -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S. Joyce,
For the next best, to Miss S. W. Story, . . -
July 10.
Delphiniums. — For the best ten named vai'ieties, to Francis
Parkman, .......
For the next best, to Francis Parkman, ...
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 bottles, to
Francis Parkman, -...--
For the next best, to O. H. Peck, ....
For the next best, to James Nugent, ...
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Miss C. S.
Wood, 2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, - - - 1 00
July 17.
Summer Phloxes. — For the best ten distinct named varieties,
to James McTear, --..-.
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Carnations. — For the best ten named varieties, to James Mc-
Tear,
For the next best, to Joseph Clark, . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
PicOTEES. — For the best ten named varieties, to Joseph Clark,
For the next best, to James McTear, ...
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 bottles, to
Francis Parkman, .--.--
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - . . -
For the next best, to O. H. Peck, ....
Baskets of Flowers.— For the best arranged, to Mrs. S. Joyce,
For the next best, to Miss C. S. Wood, - - - 1 00
July 24.
Stocks. — For the best display of not less than six varieties, to
James Nugent, - - - - - -4 00
For the next best, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to G. W. C. Washburn, - - - 2 00
4
00
3
00
2 00
5
00
4
00
3
00
5
00
4 00
3 00
5
00
4
00
3 00
2 00
PRIZES AWARDED FOR FLOWERS. 49
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 bottles, to
Francis Parkman, - - - - - - ^5 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - 4 00
For the next best, to O. H. Peck, - - - - 3 00
Basket of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Miss C. S.
Wood, - - - - - - - 2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, - - - - 1 00
July 31.
Hollyhocks. — For the best ten distinct varieties, in spikes, to
James Nugent. -....-
For the next best, to Herbert Gleason, - . .
For the next best, not awarded, - . - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 bottles, to
Francis Parkman, .-.---
For the next best to, W. C. Strong, - - - -
For the next best, to O. H. Peck, - - - .
Bouquets. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, not
awarded, ..--.-.
For the next best, not awarded, - . . .
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, to James Nugent,
For the next best, to Hovey & Co. - - - -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Miss A. C.
Kenrick, .......
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, - - - .
August 7.
Late Phloxes. — For the best ten distinct named varieties,
to James McTear, ------
For the next best, to J. A. Black, - - . .
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - -
For the best seedling, to Francis Parkman, the Society's
Silver Medal, -.-.-.
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 bottles, to
Francis Parkman, - - - - - -5 00
For the next best, to O. H. Peck, - - - . 4 OO
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - - 3 00
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Miss C. S.
Wood, 2 00
For the next best, to Miss S. W. Story, - - - 1 00
August 14.
Balsams. — For the best twelve spikes, to A. McLaren, - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
4
5 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
3 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
$5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
4 00
3 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
50 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 bottles, to
Francis Parkinan, ------
For the next best, to J. E. "Westgate, - - -
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - -
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mi^^s C. S.
Wood, --.-..-
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, - - - -
August 21.
Petunias. — For the best collection of named varieties, double
and single, to A. McLaren, . . . .
For the next best, to .J. A. Black, - - - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 bottles, to A.
McLaren, -------
For tlie next best, to Francis Parkman, - - -
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate,
]Jaskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, lo Miss C. S.
Wood, --..---
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, - - - -
August 28,
Class I.
(tLADIOLUS. — For the best twenty named varieties, in spikes,
to A. McLaren, - - - -
For the next best, to J. S. Richards, - - - -
For the next best, not awarded, - - - -
Class II.
For the best ten named varieties, in spikes, to J. S. Rich-
ards, --------
For the next best, to A. McLaren, . - - -
For the next best, to George Craft, - - - -
Class III.
For the best display of named or unnamed varieties, to J. S.
Richards, -..----
For the next best, not awarded, . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Class IV.
For the best single specimen spike, to A. McLaren, (for
Mayerbier,) -------
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
For the best seedling variety, the Society's Silver Medal, to
J. S. Richards.
IJouciUETS. — For the best pair of Parlor Bouquets, to James
Nugent, 3 00
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - - - 2 00
For the best pair of Hand Bouquets, to James Nugent, - 3 00
For the next best, to J. McTear, - - - - 2 00
G 00
5 00
4 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
6 00
5 00
4 00
2 00
1 00
$2 00
1 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
PRIZES AWARDED FOR FLOWERS. 51
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Miss A.
C. Wheeler, -------
For the next best, to Miss S. W. Story, . - -
Cut Flowers. — For the best disiDlay, filling 150 bottles, to A.
McLaren, .--..-.
For the next best, to Francis Parkman, . - -
For the next best, to O. H. Peck, . - - -
September 4.
Class I.
Asters. — For the best thirty flowers, not less than ten varie-
ties, to ITovey & Co., - - - - - 5 00
For the next best, to H. Grundel, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to James Barratt, - - - 3 00
Class II.
For the best twenty flowers, not less than eight varieties, to
James Comley, - - - - - -3 00
For the next best, to J. A. Black, - - - - 2 00
Class III
Pompons. — For the best sixty blooms, not less than six
varieties, in bunches of three of the same variety, to
Hovey & Co., 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Verbenas. — For the best named collection of sixty trusses,
twenty varieties, in bunches of three of the same vari-
ety, to James McTear, - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best new seedling with foliage, the Society's Silver
Medal, not aw^arded.
Baskets of Flowers. — For the best arranged, to Mrs. S.
Joyce, .....--
For the next best, to J. E. Westgate, ...
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, filling 150 bottles, to
Francis Parkman, ------
For the next best, to William Cairns, - -
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - .
September 11.
Class I.
Double Zinnias. — For the best thirty flowers, not less than
six varieties, to Hovey & Co., - - - - 5 00
For the next best, to James Nugent, - - - 4 00
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - - 3 00
2
00
1
00
5
00
4 00
3
GO
52 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Class 11.
For the best twenty flowers, not less than four varieties, to
J. McTear, $3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - . - 2 00
Baskets of Flowers.— For the best arranged, to Miss C.
S. Wood, 2 00
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, - - . - 1 00
Kative Plants. — For the largest and best display of named
species and varieties, to S. H. Eanlett, - - - 3 00
For the next best to Miss M. E. Carter, - - - 2 00
Cut Flowers.— For the best display, filling 150 bottles, to
Francis Parkman, - - - - - -5 00
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to William Cairns, - - - 3 00
Ankual ExHiBiTioisr, September 21, 22, 23 and 24.
Plants in Pots.
Greenhouse Plants.— For the best twenty Greenhouse and
Stove plants of diflerent varieties, to W. C. Harding,
For the next best to Hovey & Co., - - . .
For the next best, not awarded, - . . -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Variegated Leaved Plants. — For the best ten varieties,
not offered in the collection of Greenhouse Plants, to H.
H. Hunnewell, .-.-..
For the next best, to Hovej^ & Co., . - . -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Variegated Plant. — For the best single specimen, not of-
fered in any collection, to Hovey & Co., for Pandanus
Jarvinaricus variegatus, - - - - - 5 00
For the next best, to H. II. Hunnewell, for Dracajna
regina, - - - - - - -3 00
Caladiums. — For the best ten named varieties, to ^V. C. Harding, 10 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - - 8 00
For the best six varieties, not awarded, - - - 5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 4 00
Ferns. — For the best twelve named varieties, not awarded, 8 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 6 00
For the best six named varieties, to Hovey & Co., - - 4 00
For the next best, to W. C. Harding, - - - 3 00
Lycopods. — For the best six named varieties, to H. H. Hun-
newell, 5 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - - 3 00
35 00
30 00
25 00
20 00
10 00
8 00
6 00
PRIZES AWARDED FOR FLOWERS. 53
Marantas. — Foi the best six named varieties, to H. H. Hun-
iiewell, - - - - - - - S5 00
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - - 4 00
Begonias. — For the best six named varieties, to W. C. Harding, 5 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Plants in Bloom. — For the best six varieties in jDots, to Hovey
& Co., - - - - - - - 5 00
For the next best, to Williams Cairns, - - - 4 00
Specimen Plant.— For the best, not variegated, of a kind for
which no special prize is offered, to Hovey & Co., - 5 00
For the next best, to W. C. Harding, - - - 4 00
Hanging Baskets. — The plants to have been growing in them,
at least one month.
For the best specimen, to C. J. Power, - - - 5 00
For the next best, to C. J. Power, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to J. A. Black, - - - - 3 00
Best New Pot Plant. — It having never before been exhibited
at any Exhibition of the Society, the Society's Silver
Medal, to H. H. HnnneAvell, for Acuba Japonica vera.
Gut Flowers.
For the best display and best kept during the exhibition, to
Hovey & Co., -.-...
For the next best, to William Cairns, ...
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, - - - -
For the next best, to W. C. Strong, - - - -
For the next best, to A. McLaren, - - - .
For the next best, to James Comley, - - -
For the next best, to E. A. Story, - . . -
Gladiolus. — For the best display and best kept during the
Exhibition, of named or unnamed varieties, filling 150
bottles, to George Craft, - . . . -
For the next best, to J. S. Richards, . . .
For the next best, not awarded, . - . .
Dahlias. — Prizes awarded the first day of the Annual Exhibition:
Glass I.
For the best twenty- four named varieties, to Hovey & Co., -
For the next best, to C. J. Power, - . - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
Glass II.
For the best twelve named varieties, to Hovey & Co.,
For the next best, to Edward Flynn, - . -
Class III.
LiLiPUTiAN. — For the best fifty flowers, not less than eight
named varieties, to Edward Flynn, ...
For the next best, to C. J. Power, - - - -
16 00
14 00
12 00
10 00
8 00
6 00
4 00
8 00
6 00
5 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
54 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Dahlias. — Prizes awarded the third day of the Annual Exhibition
Class I.
For the hest twenty-four named varieties, to Ilovey & Co., -
For the next best, to C. J. Power, - - . .
For the next best, to Edward Flynn, ...
Class II.
For the best twelve named varieties, to C. J. Power,
For the next best, to Edward Flynn, ...
Class III.
LlLiruTiAX. — For the best fifty flowers, not less than eight
named varieties, to Edward Flynn,
For the next best, to C. J. Power, . - - -
Parlor Bouquets. — For the best pair exhibited on Tuesday,
to James McTear, ......
For the next best, to M. P. Wilder, . . - -
IIaxd Bouquets. — For the best pair exhibited on Tuesday,
to James Nugent, ..-.--
For the next best, to Hovey & Co., - - - .
Parlor Bouquets. — For the best pair exhibited on Tlmrs-
daj^ to James N'ugent, . - . - .
For the next best, to Joseph Breck, ...
IIaxd Bouquets. — For the best pair exhibited on Thurs-
day, to James Nugent, .....
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
Large Bouquets. — For the best pair, suitable for the Bradlee
or Jones Vases, and best kept during the exhibition, not
awarded, -.--...
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
Basket of Flowers. — For the best arranged, and best kept
during the exhibition, to Miss S. W. Story,
For the next best, to Mrs. S. Joyce, ....
For the next best, to Miss C. S. Wood, ...
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Kenrick, - - -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
Baskets of Wild Flowers. — For the best arranged, and
best kept during the exhibition, to Miss A. C. Kenrick, -
For the next best, to Miss A. C. Wheclei-, . - -
Table Design. — For the best, to be composed of Flowers
only, or Fruit and Flowers combined, and not to exceed
four feet in height, to Mrs. C. B. Chase, -
For the next best, to Mrs. E. M. Gill,
Rustic Stand. — For the best specimen, to be composed of
Plants, to J. A. Black, . . . - -
For the next best, not awarded, ....
i?5 00
4 00
3 00
3 00
2 00
4 00
3 00
6 00
4 00
6 00
4 00
0 00
4 00
6 00
4 00
10 00
8 00
5 00
4 00
3 00
2 00
1 00
3 00
2 00
10 00
8 00
10 00
8 00
10
00
6
00
10
00
6
00
3
00
2
00
PRIZES AWARDED FOR FLOWERS. 55
OCTOBEK 9.
Cut Flowers. — For the best display, tilling 150 bottles, to
Hovey & Co., .|4 00
For the next best, to James Kngent, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
CHRYSANTHEMU3I ShOW, NOVEMBER 13.
Class I. — For the best six named Large Flowered varieties,
in pots, not awarded, . _ . _ _
For the next best, not awarded, _ . . .
( 'lass II. — For the best six named Pompons, in pots, to James
McTear, .......
For the next best, not awarded, . . _ .
Class III. — For the best twelve named Large Flowered varie-
ties, cut specimens, to James McTear, - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . _ . .
Class IV. — For the best twelve named Pompon varieties, cut
specimens, to James McTear, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Class Y. — For the best general display, named or unnamed va-
rieties, cut specimens, filling 50 bottles, to James McTear,
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
For the next best, not awarded, _ . _ .
During the Season.
Lilies. — For the best display of the season, to Francis Park-
man, --------
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Delphiniums. — For the best Seedling during the season, the
Society's Silver Medal, to Francis Parkman.
Spring Herbaceous Plants. — For the largest and best dis-
play of named si^ecies and varieties, exhibited April
10th, May 1st and 22d, June 5th and 19th, — prize to be
awarded June 19th, not awarded, - - - - 10 00
For the next best, not awarded, . - - - 8 00
For the next best, not awarded, . - . . 6 00
Summer Herbaceous Plants, — For the largest and best
displays of named species and varieties, exhibited July
10th and 24th, August 7th and 21st, and September 4th—
prize to be awarded September 4th, not awarded.
For the next best, not awarded, _ - - .
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Hunnewell Premiums.
Evergreen Trees and Shrubs. — For the best display, in
pots, during the season, not awarded, ...
For the next best, not awarded, . . _ .
5 00
4 00
3 00
10 00
8 GO
10 00
8 00
6 00
8 GO
5 GO
66
MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
GEATUITIES AWARDED AT WEEKLY EXHIBITIONS.
January 9.
William Cairns, for Seedling Perpetual Pink,
Febrtjary 6.
John G. Barker, for plant of Oncidium sp.,
May 1.
John G. Barker, for two plants of Orchids,
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Flowers, - - .
Joseph Dix, for plant of Arum dracunciilus.
May 8.
James McTear, for plant of Primula acaulis alba pleno.
Botany Class, Dean Academy, for Native Flowers,
C. H. Packer, for Seedling Carnation, - - .
May 15.
Botany Class, Dean Academy, for Native Flowers,
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Flowers, . - -
May 22.
Botany Class, Dean Academy for Native Flowers,
Walker & Co., for collection of Late Tulips,
James Comley, for Seedling Zonal Geraniums, -
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Flowers, . - -
J. E. M. Gilley, for Cut Flowers,
May 29.
James Cruickshauk, for Azaleas and Rhododendrons, -
June 5.
James McTear, for Hand Bouquets, . _ -
" " plant Ornothogalum aureum,
" " Cut Flowers, - - - -
Botany Class, Dean Academy, for 57 varieties, Native Fl
Miss H. M. Barry, for 50 varieties, Native Flowers,
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Flowers,
E, S. Rand, Jr., for Rhododendrons and Azaleas,
J. A. Kenrick, for Cut Flowers, - - - -
A. Farrier, for Pansies, - - - - -
J. E. M. Gilley, for Cut Flowers, - . - -
Mrs. F. Nichols, for display of Roses, - - -
June 12.
Hovey & Co., for Rhododendrons, . - .
Hovey & Co., for Azaleas, . - - -
James McTear, for Table Bouquets, . - -
$2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
2' 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
1 00
lowers, 3 00
2 00
1 00
5 00
1 00
1 00
1 00
2 00
5 00
1 00
3 00
PRIZES AWARDED FOR FLOWERS. 57
James McTear, for Cut Flowers, - - - - - $1 00
A. Farrier, for Pansies, - - - - - -100
Sumner Downe, for Cut Flowers, - - - - 1 00
Mrs. S. Joyce, for Plant of Crinum longifolium, - - 1 00
J. E. M. Gilley, for Cocos nucifera, - - - - 1 00
E. S. Rand, for named hardy Azaleas, - - - - 2 00
Opening Exhibition, June 16 and 17.
Miss A. C. Wheeler, for Baskets of Flowers, - - - 2 00
Mrs. S. Joyce, " " - - - 2 00
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " " - - - 2 00
Mrs. E. M. Gill, " " - - - 2 00
Mrs. C. Farrier, " " - - - 2 00
J. E. Westgate, " " - - - 3 00
" " for Bouquets, 2 00
C. B. Brigham, for Pansies, - - - - - 1 00
Thomas Smallwood, for Pansies, - - - - - 1 00
" " Pfeonies, 1 00
W. C. Harding, for new Gloxinias and Allamanda, - - 3 00
" Pot Plants, 8 00
W. C. Harding, for specimen of Gymnostachyum argyroneu-
rum, 2 00
Edward Avery, for Pasiflora cseruka, - - - - 1 00
J. McTear, for Paisley Pinks, 1 00
'' " Pot Plants, 8 00
" " Cut Flowers, 3 00
" " plant of Sedum cseruleum, - - - 1 00
" " Pseonies, 2 00
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Rhododendrons, - - - - 5 00
W. H. Halliday, for Fern Case, 2 00
William Cairns, for Pot Plants, - - - - - 8 00
Pinks, 2 00
" Cut Flowers, - - - - 3 00
James Nugent, for Pot Plants, - - - - - 5 00
Botany Class, Dean Academy, for Native Flowers, - - 3 00
E. H. Hitchings, " " - - 1 00
F. Skinner, for Cut Flowers, - - - - - 3 00
Francis Parkman, " - - - - - -4 00
B. D. Hill, Jr., " 1 00
O. H, Peck, " 3 00
James Comley, " - - - - - -2 00
F. & L. Clapp, '^ 2 00
A, McLaren, " 4 00
George Craft, " 4 00
58 MASSACnUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
E. A. Story, for Cut Flowers, -----
Elbridge Wason, ''--.---
H. H. Ilunncwell, "
Sumner Downe, "----..
A. Farrier, for Pansies, ------
A. Farrier, for Cut Flowers, - - - - -
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Hardy Perpetual Roses, -
" " Cut Flowers, - - - .
" " Exotics, - - - - .
" " specimen plant of Fuchsia,
C. M. Atkinson, for plant of New Fuchsia, - - -
H, H. Hunnewell, for Pot Plants, - - - .
Hovey & Co., ^^ u - . . .
W. P. Sargent, for Geraniums and Fuchsias, ...
M. W, Clark, for plant of Myosotis ijalustris grandiflora,
Mrs. E. M. Harris, for Pfeonies, - - - - -
John G. Barker, for plant of Diontea muscipula,
Foster Brothers, for Tender Roses, ... -
" " Perpetual Carnations, - - -
Mrs. William Kenrick, for Flower Stand, - - -
" " for Wreath,
Rose Exhibition, June 23.
Francis Parknian, for flowers of Magnolia macrophylla,
E. H. Hitchings, for N^ative Flowers, - - - -
J. W. Foster, for Seedling Petunias, - . - .
Walker & Co., for Roses, . - - - .
E. A. Story, for Cut Flowers. -----
B. D. Hill, Jr., " . - . . .
J. H. Woodford, for Hardy Perpetual Roses, - - -
John G. Barker, for Cut Flowers, - . _ -
Hovey & Co., " - - . . .
" Pot Plants, -----
J. McTear, for Roses, ------
Thomas Smalhvood, for Dianthus barbatus, - - -
Mrs. C. B. Chase, for Flower Stand, - . . .
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for specimens ef Tabernre montana fl. i)leno,
" " Exotics, - - - - -
" " six Gloxinias, . . . .
James Xugent, for Cactus, - - . _ -
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Antirrhinums, ....
W. C. Harding, for Gloxinias, -----
A. Farrier, for Pansies, ------
Miss C. S. Wood, for Basket of Flowers, . _ -
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PRIZES AWARDED FOR FLOWERS. 59
Miss L. F. Hull, for Basket of Flowers, - - - $1 00
Mrs. C. Farrier, " " - - - - 1 00
Mrs. F. Nichols, for Cut Flo^Ters, - - - - 1 00
J. E. M. Gilley, " 1 00
July 3.
E. A. Story, for Cut Flowers, - - - - - 1 00
O. H. Peck, " 2 00
A. McLaren, " ... - . 2 00
Francis Parkman, " ----- 2 00
Sumner Downe, " ----- 2 00
B. D. Hill, Jr., " ..... 1 00
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Exotics, - - - - - 5 00
Mrs. C. B. Chase, for Basket of Flowers, - - - 1 00
Miss C. S. Wood, " " - - - 1 00
Mrs. C. Farrier, " " - - - 1 00
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " " - - - 1 00
Miss L. F. Hall, " " - - - 1 00
Miss A. C. Wheeler, " " - - - 1 00
J. McTear, for Bouquets, - - - - - 2 00
James Xugent, " ----- 2 00
John G. Barker, for four plants Orchids, - - - 5 00
E. Hitchings, for Ehodendron maximum, - - - 1 00
July 10.
J. E. M. Gilley, for Bouquet, - - - - - 1 00
E. H. Hitchings, for ISTative Flowers, - - - - 2 00
Miss S. W. Story, for Basket of Flowers, - - - 1 00
Mrs. C. Farrier, " " - - - - 1 00
Miss A. C. Wheeler, " " - - - - 1 00
Mrs. C. B. Chase, " " - - - - 1 00
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " " - - - - 1 00
James Comley, for Seedling Zonal Geraniums, - - 1 00
O. H. Peck, for Fern Case, 2 00
C. M. Atkinson, for plant of Gloxinia, - - - - 2 00
C. J. Power, for Hollyhocks, 1 00
E. A. Story, for Cut Flowers, 1 00
A. McLaren, " 2 00
B. D. Hill, Jr., " 1 00
James McTear, " ..... 1 00
« " for Table Bouquets, - - - - 2 00
•' " for Summer Phloxes, - - •• -. 1 00
James IN'ugent, for Hand Bouquets, - - - - 2 00
60 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
July 17.
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Exotics, |5 00
" " Carnations,
Mrs. C. B. Chase, for Basket of Flowers,
Miss A. C. "Wheeler, '• " -
Mrs. C. Farrier, " '•
Miss S. W. Story, " " .
Mrs. E. M. Gill, " " .
Mrs. Durseault, " "
C. J. Power, for Double Hollyhocks,
" " Dahlias, -
James Nugent, for Hand Bouquets,
" " for Cut Flowers,
E. A. Story,
James O'Brien, " - .
A. McLaren, " . .
" for Seedling Pinks,
James McTear, for Table Bouquet,
" " Carnations, -
B. D. Hill, Jr., for Double Petunias,
Joseph Breck, for Petunias,
John G. Barker, for four plants Orchids,
Hovey & Co., for Gladiolus Colvillii alba,
July 24.
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket of Flowers,
Mrs. E. M. Gill, "
Miss A. C. Wheeler, "■
Mrs. E. A. Story, "
Miss S. W. Story, "
Mrs. C. Farrier, "
J. S. Kichards, for Cut Flowers, - - -
E. A. Story, " ...
A. McLaren, '•• ...
James Coraley, " ...
G. W. C. Washburn, " ...
Mrs. S. Joyce, " ...
Mrs. John Stone, for Stocks,
J. W. Foster, for Seedling Petunias,
B. D. Hill, Jr., for Double HoUyocks and Petunias,
E. H. Ilitchings, for ^N'ative Flowers,
Francis Parkman, for Lilium auratum monstrosuni,
James Nugent, for Hand Bouquets,
E. S. Rand, Jr., for Stuartia pentagyna, -
Mrs. Durseault, for Basket of Flowers, -
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61
JuLy 31.
George Leland, for Cut Flowers, - - .
A. McLaren, " ...
E. A. Story, " . . -
G. W. C. 'Washhnrn, for Cut Flowers, -
Hovey & Co., for Cut Flowers, - - .
B. D. Hill, " - - .
Miss C. S. Wood, for Basket of Flowers, -
Mrs. E. M. Gill, '^ ^' - -
Miss A. C. Wheeler, " " - -
Mrs. C. Farrier, '• " - -
Miss M. E. Carter, for Native FloAvers,
ArGFST 7.
George Craft for Cut Flowers, - - -
John G. Barker, " . . .
B. D. Hill, Jr., " - - -
E. A. Story, " . . .
Mrs. C. Farrier, for Basket of Flowers,
Miss A. C. Wheeler, ^' '^ - -
Mrs. S.Joyce, " " - -
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " " - -
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Flowers,
Elbridge Wason, for plant of Hydrangea hortensis,
James Nugent, for Hand Bouquets,
J. S. Kichards, for display of Gladiolus,
John G. Barker, for two plants of Orchids,
Hovey & Co., for Lilium laucifolivun,
August 14.
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for new Gladiolus,
" " fur Hybrid Perpetual Roses, -
J. S. Eichards, for Seedling Gladiolus, -
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Flowers,
John G. Barker, for two plants of Orchids,
James Nugent, for Hand Bouquets,
W. C. Harding, for Exotics, . . -
O. H. Peck, for Cut Flowers,
Hovey & Co., " ...
E. A. Story, " ...
B. D. Hill, Jr., " - - -
Mrs. C. B. Chase, " ...
J. A. Black, " ...
Miss A. C. Wheeler, for Basket of Flowers,
Mrs. C. Farrier, " "
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " "
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62 massachusetts horticultural society.
August 21.
Augustus Lowell, eight i)lants of Amaryllis belladonna, - S3 00
W. C. Harding, for display of choice Flowers, -
Miss A. C. Kenrick, for Basket of Flowers,
Mrs. C. Farrier, " '' ...
Miss A. C. Wheeler, " "...
Mrs. E. M. Gill, " " ...
E. H. Hitchings, for Xative Floweis, - - . .
O. II. Peck, for Fern Case, - . . . .
E. A. Story, for Cut Flowers, -----
George Craft, " - - . _ .
O. H. Peck, "
Mrs. E. A. Story, for. Greenhouse Flowers,
B. D. Hill, Jr , for display, - . - - .
J. E. A7estgate, for Liliuni lancifolium, - - - .
J. S. Richards, for display of Gladiolus,
11. P. Arnold, for Novelties, . - - - .
J. McTear, for Table Bouquets, - - - . .
James Xugent, for Hand Bouquets, - - . .
J. A. Black, for Bouquet, . - . - .
John G. Barker, for three Orchids, - . - .
C. W. "W. AYellington, Liatris i>ycnostachya,
'Mrs. C. B. Chase, for design, - . . .
Hovey & Co., for Double Zinnias, ...
August 28.
Mrs. C. B. Chase, for Basket of Flowers,
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " "...
Mrs. C. Farrier, " "...
Mrs. S. Joyce, " " . . .
Augustus Lowell, for new variety of Lilium auratum, -
John G. Barker, for two plants Orchids,
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for choice Flowers.
" "• Hardy Perpetual Roses, -
E. A. Story, for Cut Flowers, - - . -
W. C. Strong, " . - - .
B. D. Hill, Jr., " - . - .
Mrs. E. A, Story, for display of Greenhouse Flowers,
James Comley, for Seedling Geraniums,
'' Asters, .....
J. B. Moore, for French Asters, - - - -
E. II. Hitchings, for Native Flovvers, _ - -
September 4.
J. S. Richards, for Seedling Gladiolus, - - -
Hovey & Co., for new Gladiolus, ....
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Ilovey & Co., for Herbaceous Plants, - - - - $2 00
George Craft, for Gladiolus, . . . . .
Mrs. P. "VV. Stone, for Pompon Asters, - . . -
S. A. Ranlett, for 35 varieties of JSTative Flowers,
Mrs. Mary Randall, for Dahlias, . . . .
O. H. Peck, for Jajian Lily (large spike), ...
" Cut Flowers, - - . - .
Mrs. E. A. Story, for Greenhouse Flowers, - . .
'' S. Joyce, for Crinuni, from the Cape ot Good Hope,
Thomas Smallwood, for plant of Peresterea elata,
E. H. Hitchings, for Xative Flowers, . . . .
James N^ugent, for Hand Bouquets, - - . .
J. McTear, for Hand Bouquets, . . . .
" Herbaceous Plants, - . - .
Mrs. C. B. Chase, for design, .....
James Comley, for Cut Flowers, . . . .
H. Grundel, for Asters and Double Zinnias, . . -
B. D. Hill, Jr., for Cut Flowers, ....
E. A. Story, " ....
Mrs. E. M. Gill, for Basket of Flowers, - - - -
Miss C. S. Wood, " " . . . .
" S. W. Story, " " . . . .
Mrs. C. Farrier, " " . . . .
Miss A. C. Wheeler, " " . . . -
" A. C. Kenrickj " " . . . -
September 11.
" A. C. Wheeler, for Basket of Flowers,
Mrs. C. Farrier, " " ...
Miss A. C. Kenrick, " " ...
" S. W. Story, " " ...
J. S. Richards, for Seedling Gladiolus, ....
George Craft, for named and Seedling Gladiolus,
Mrs. T. W. Ward, for Exotics,
James McTear, for plant of Nerine corusca, ...
George Everett, for new Gladiolus, ....
E. H. Hitchings, for Native Flowei's, - - - -
O. H. Peck, for Cut Flowers,
E. A. Story, " '^
Annual Exhibition, September 21, 22, 23 and 24.
W. H. Halliday, for Wardian Case, ....
C. J. Power, " ....
" for new Ferns, . . . . .
W. C. Harding, for Pot Plants, ... - -
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64 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
TV. C. Harding, for choice Cut Flowers, - - - - S2 00
" for plant of Calocasia escnlenta,
O. H. Peck, for five Fern Cases, - - - _
Mrs. E. E. Crossett, for Fern Case, - . .
E. H. Ilitchings, for I^Tative Flowers, - . -
Dr. E. T. Whitman, for Cut Flowers, -
Miss M. E. Carter, for eighteen !N'ative Ferns, -
John L. D'Wolf, for plant of Amaryllis belladonna,
H. P. Arnold, for three new Coleus, - . .
James O. Brian, for Table Design, - - .
Hovey & Co., for twelve Greenhouse Plants,
" Double Zinnias, . . .
" Cut Flowers, - - - .
Francis Thieler, for Amaranths, - - - -
W. C. Strong, for twenty-five Greenhouse Plants,
" eight plants Coleus, . . -
Wm. Cairns, for 22 Greenhouse Plants, - - -
" three new Coleus, ...
Frank M. Gilley, for Specimens of Cotton,
Edward Flynn, for Cut Flowers, - - - -
J. W. Foster, for Petunias, - . . .
B. D. Hill, Jr., for Cut Flowers, - - - -
Miss A. C. Wheeler, for Design, - - - .
A. A. Scott, for Cockscombs, - . . .
H. H. Hunnewell, for Choice Flowers, - - -
Mrs. T. W. Ward, " - - • -
Mrs. E. M. Gill, for Flower Design, . . -
J. McTear, for two Hanging Baskets, - - -
J. E. Westgate, for two Baskets of Flowers,
Francis Parkman, for Cut Flowers, . . -
Elbridge Wason, '' ...
Mrs. S. Joyce, for Double Balsams, ...
October 2.
Mrs. S. Joyce, for branch of Brugmansia arborea, - - 2 00
October 9.
James McTear, for Hand Bouquets, - - - - 2 00
" " plant of ISTerine corusca, - - - 1 00
James Nugent for Hand Bouquet, - - - - 1 00
Mrs. S. Joyce, for Basket of Flowers, - . - - 2 00
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, for Stocks and Pansies, - - - 1 00
George Craft, for display, - - - - - - 1 00
Hovey & Co., for four varieties Colchicums, - - - 1 00
October 23.
W. C. Harding, for flowers of Sanchesia nobilis, - - 1 00
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PRIZES AWARDED FOR FLOWERS.
65
November 6.
Mrs. S. Joyce, for plant of Double Tuberose,
November 13.
John G. Barker, for three plants of Orchids,
Miss C. S. Wood, for Flower Design,
Mrs. C. Farrier, for Chrysanthemums and Tuberoses,
Mrs. S. Joj'ce, for Baskets of Flowers, -
November 20.
C. M. Atkinson, for plant of Japan Chrysanthemum,
$1 00
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2 00
2 00
2 00
1 00
Awards amounting
to igl,772 ha
following persons :
Hovey & Co.,
- .$222 00
Francis Parkman, -
- 145 00
James McTear,
- 14.5 00
W. C. Harding,
- 135 00
A. McLaren,
- 85 00
James Nugent,
- 79 00
H. H. Hunnewell, -
- 65 00
Mrs. T. W. Ward, -
- 63 00
William Cairns,
- 49 00
W. C. Strong,
- 46 00
0. H. Peck,
- 43 00
Mrs. S. Joyce,
- 38 00
J. S. Kichards,
- 37 00
C. J. Power,
- 36 00
John G. Barker,
- 29 00
W. H. Halliday, -
- 28 00
George Craft,
- 27 00
Miss C. S. Wood, -
- 25 00
J. A. Black,
- 24 00
E. S. Rand, Jr., -
- 22 00
Mrs. C. B. Chase, -
- 22 00
E. H. Hitchings, -
- 21 00
J. C. Chaffin,
- 20 00
E. A. Story,
- 20 00
Joseph Breck,
- 19 00
J. E. Westgate,
- 19 00
James Comley,
- 18 00
Miss A. C. Kenrick, -
- 18 00
Miss A. C. Wheeler,
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- 17 00
,772 have been made during the 3'ear to the
Mrs. E. M. Gill, - - S17 00
Edward Flynn, - - 17 00
Mrs. C. Farrier. - - 16 00
Miss S. W. Story, - - 15 00
Joseph Clark, - - 15 00
B. D. Hill, Jr., - - 14 00
Botany Class, Dean Acad'y, 11 00
Miss M. E. Carter. - 10 00
Elbridge Wason, - - 9 00
A. Farrier, - - 6 00
H. Grundel, - - 6 00
Mrs. J. E. M. Gilley, - 6 00
S. A. Ranlett, - - 6 00
Sumner Downe, - - 5 00
Walker & Co., - - 5 00
Foster Brothers, - - 5 00
Francis Thieler, - - 5 00
Augustus Lowell, - - 5 00
M. P. Wilder, - - 4 00
G. W. C. Washburn, - 4 00
J. W. Foster, - - 4 00
Mrs. E. A. Story, - - 4 00
C. M. Atkinson, - - 4 00
Mrs. William Kenrick, - 4 00
Herbert Gleason, - - 4 00
Thomas Smallwood, - 3 00
James Barratt, - - 3 00
Mrs. F. Nichols, - - 3 00
Francis Skinner, - - 3 00
bb MASSACHUSETTS IIORTICULTUK AL SOCIETY.
W. p. SnririT.t. - - m 00 E. F. Whitman. - - $1 GO
.lames O'Brien, - - 3 00 Joseph Dix, - - 1 00
11. W. Arnold, - - .^00 James Cruickshank, - 1 00
Miss II. M. Barry, - 2 00 J. R. Woodford, - - 1 GO
Mrs. J. E. Westgate, - 2 00 1\[. W. Clark, - - 1 00
Miss L. F. Hall, - - 2 00 Miss E. M. Harris, - 1 00
George Everett. - - 2 GO John Stone, - - 1 00
Mrs. Diu-seault, - - 2 GO C. W. W. Wellington, - 1 GO
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2 00
2 00
2 00
2 GO
2 GO
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1 00
1 (JO
C. H. Packer. - - 2 00 John B. Moore, - - 1 00
F. & L. Clapp, - - 2 00 Mrs. P. W. Stone, - 1 GO
C. B. Brighain, - - 1 00 Miss Mary Randall, - 1 GO
John A. Kenrick. - - 1 00 Mrs. E. R. Crossett, - 1 GO
Edward Avery, - - 1 00 J<^hn L. D'Wolf, - 1 GO
George Leland, - - 1 00 Frank M. Gilley, - 1 00
A. A. Scott,
Amount awarded in Premiums duiing the year, - Sl,080 00
" Gratuities \. u . . . g92 qO
Whole amount awarded, - .$1,772 GO
The following awards of Medals and Certificates of Merit were also
made :
To John Richardson, for a fine Seedling Herbaceous P9eony'(N'o. ]),
the Society's Silver Medal.
To Marshall P. Wilder, for Improved Seedling Lilium lancifolium,
the Society's Silver Medal.
To the same, for Impi-oved Seedling Coleus. the Society's Silver
Medal.
To Ilovey & Co., for Seedling Iris Ka^mpferi, named Unique, the Soci-
ety's Silver Medal.
To the same, for Seedling Funkia Sieboldii, variety alba, the Society's
Silver Medal.
To Francis Parkman, for best Seedling Phlox, exhibited August 7th,
(for variety named Sultana.) the Society's Silver Medal.
To the same, for best Seedling Delphinium, exhibited during the sea-
sou, (for variety named Mrs. George Derby,) the Society's Silver
Medal.
To John G. Barker, for fine display of Orchids, the Society's Silver
Jkledal.
To the same, for a Seedling Zonal Geranium, named Miss Gertrude,
.tiie Society's Silver Medal.
To Mrs. T. W. Ward, for One displays of Choice Flowers, the
■Society's Silver Medal.
PRIZES AWARDED FOR FLOAVERS. 67
To J. S. Eichards, for best Seedling Gladioliis of 18C9, (for variety
Ko. 1,) the Society's Silver Medal.
To the same, for a Seedling Gladiolus, named M. P. Wilder, a First
Class Certificate of Merit.
To H. H. Hunnewell, for best new Pot Plant of 1869, (for Aucuba
Japonica vera,) the Society's Silver Medal.
To Massachusetts State Agricultural College, for fine Specimen
Plant of Cyanopliyllum magnificum, the Society's Silver Medal.
To O. II. Peck, for new Coleus, a First Class Certificate of Merit.
To George Craft, for a fine Seedling Gladiolus, named Thomas
Sheren, a First Class Certificate of Merit.
To Dr. George R. Hall, for new variety of Ailantus glandulosus with
variegated foliage, a First Class Certificate of Merit.
To Benj. W. Putnam, for Self-watering Flower Pots, the Society's
Silver Medal.
88 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Report of the Committee on Vegetables,
FOR THE YEAR 1869.
BY C. N. BRACKETT, CHAIRMAN.
The Standings Committee on Vegetables for the year 1869, having
performed the duties assigned them, respectfully submit the following
report :
The past season has been a remarbably favorable one for the produc-
tions of this department, and, judging from the quality and variety of
the specimens offered for competition, no previous year has been supe-
rior to that just passed.
Your committee are also pleased to state that the number of contrib-
utors to this department of the Society, during the past season, has
been increased, and quite a number of active w^orking members have
been added to our list of exhibitors.
Should the coming season prove as favorable a one as the past, the
committee may reasonably ex^ject, that with the extra inducement now
offered by the Society in the liberal increase of the amount appropriated
for premiums and gratuities, to witness a corresponding degree of inter-
est manifested by contributors, in their endeavors to make the exhibi-
tions, both during the season and at the Anniial, as full and interesting
as possible.
Previous to the opening of the Hall choice samples of forced vegeta-
bles were, from time to time, placed on the table in the library room,
during the winter and early spring months, all of which were well
grown and of a superior quality, bearing ample evidence of care and
skill in their cultivation.
Gratuities were awarded as follows :
January 16. To Andx'ew F. Allen, for very fine specimens of Celery.
February 6. " Josiah Crosby, for Tennisball Lettuce, first of
the season.
" 13. " Josiah Crosby, for Celery and Lettuce.
" " " James Comley, for Prince Albert Rhubarb, very
fine.
" 20. " Josiah Crosby, for Lettuce.
March 27. " James Comley, for Mushrooms.
" " " Walter Russell, for Lettuce.
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON VEGETABLES. 69
April 3. To W. C. Strong, for very fine specimens of early
Potatoes, (grown under glass,) Bi-esee's.
King of the Earlies, and Climax.
April 10. " George Hill, for White Spine Cucumbers.
Every year is witnessing great improvement in the cultivation of
early vegetables under glass, by the mai'ket gardeners in this vicinity.
It is a business in which they are, at the present time, largely and profit-
ably engaged, and we will venture to say that no better vegetables,
forced or otherwise, are grown in any State in the Union, than are pro-
duced within a radius of ten or twelve miles about Boston. A large
amount of capital is here employed, and immense quantities of glass
used, some single establishments requiring the aid of not less than from
twelve to fifteen hundred sashes to carr}^ on this business of winter
forcing.
With their out door crops great care is exercised by these cultivators
in the necessary preparation of the soil, and the importance of high
culture is not only understood but is successfully carried out. Stable
manure, in liberal quantities, is the article emploj-ed as a fertilizer ; it is
always reliable, and not so easily adulterated as some of the commercial
manures. It is, also, the agent employed for producing the necessary
heat required in the forcing of early vegetables. To such as have long
ranges of glass, the annual cost of this material alone is an important
item, to say nothing of the labor required in handling and the additional
expense of transportation.
Alread)'' many of our most enterprising market gardeners, with a
view of reducing, in a great measure, this yearly expenditure of time
and money, are erecting, by way of experiment, ranges of forcing
houses, on the ridge and furrow plan, seventy-five to a hundred feet in
length, and from twelve to fourteen feet wide, heated with hot water.
Several of these houses have, within the past two years, been in opera-
tion for forcing lettuce, cucumbers, &c., and are considered a success.
The Chairman of your committee lately had the pleasure of visiting
a range of houses of this description, erected the past autumn, which
are filled, at the present time (Dec. 22d), with a fine crop of Lettuce and
Radishes nearly ready for market. To such persons as have the advan-
tages of a side hill, with a southern exposure, the style of houses lately
erected by Mr. W. C. Strong possess many advantages and appear to
be admirably adapted for this purpose.
In view of the interest manifested by cultivators in this matter, and
deeming it a move in the right direction, your committee would sug-
gest, as a matter worthy of the consideration of the Society, that a suit-
able premium be offered for the best constructed and most economically
managed bouse, which shall, after a trial of three years, be found best
adapted for this purpose.
70 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
At the weekl}' exhibitions, during the season, the specimens of the vari-
ous kinds of vegetables, offered in competition, have been remarkably
fine. Among the new varieties to which the attention of j^oiir commit-
tee has been called may be mentioned, as worthy of notice, the "Dwarf
Wax-podded Bean," contributed by Mr. F. Burr, Jr., and described by
him as follows: '' The plant rarely attains a height of more than ten or
twelve inches, pods rather short and broad, somewhat flattened, of a
delicate creamy or waxen white color in all stages of growth. The size
of the plant considered, no variety excels it in ijroductiveness. From
top to bottom the stalks are literally crowded with pods, which, instead
of being develojied in succession, are rijiened off together. As a ' snap
short ' or string bean it is recommended for cultivation. Plants from
seeds sown May 20th afforded pods for the table abont the middle of
July; and the crop was ready for harvesting the 20th of August." Mr.
Burr also exhibited a new beet, called the Egj'ptian, with the appear-
ance of which your committee Avere favorably impressed. In form it
resembles the Purple Top Flat Turnip; color, a deep purplish black;
leaves, few and short ; matures early, and, as a table Beet, is said to
surpass all others in sweetness and delicacj' of flavor. It is considered
an acquisition.
The specimens of Egg Plant exhibited, both at the weekly and at the
Annual Exhibition, by several conti'ibutors, were unusually fine. The
Black Pekin, recently introduced, seems to be a general favorite with
cultivators, and has almost entirely superseded the variety known as
the Long Purple, being as early and much the superior of the latter in
quality.
A new h^'brid Sweet Corn was exhibited by the originator, J. B
Moore of Concord, a cross between the two best early and late varieties,
" Crosby's Early " and " Burr's Improved;" its habit has not, however,
become permanently fixed, and further trial must determine its merits.
It promises well.
The " General Grant" tomato, of which favorable mention was made
last season, has, the past year, sustained its previous reputation as a
valuable market variety, and, with the " Boston Market " and
'' Maupaj'," constitute the leading kinds in this market. The first and
second prizes were awarded the General Grant at the Annual Exhibition
in September over all others, it also received the first prize at the weekly
show in August.
At the Annual Exhibition the display of vegetables was fully up in
quality to the preceding year. Perhaps the most interesting feature of
this exhibition was the very large and superior collections of Potatoes,
embracing many of the new and popular kinds lately introduced, in
which the public generally are more or less interested.
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Mr. Bresee's collection of seedlings, six in nnniber, were the centre
of attraction. The unj^aralleled success which has crowned the efforts
of Mr. Bresee, in originating and introducing so many new and superior
vai'ieties from seed, has stimulated others in various sections of the
Country to like efforts, and, as a result, we have a host of new seedlings
introduced each year, Avith high-sounding names and glowing descrip-
tions of their many superior qualities, a large portion of which, we fear,
will, when weighed in the balance of public opinion, be found wanting.
What is to result from all this, time alone will tell ; of one thing we are
certain, that, in the end, the public is sure to be benefited. The Society's
Silver Medal was awarded Mr. Bresee for his fine collection of Seedling
Potatoes.
The Early Rose is the favorite thus far, and at the Annual Exhibition
was to be found m the smallest collections. Taking into consideration
its many good qualities, and the lengthened period in which it retains
them, as a table Potato, from very early in the season until the time for
planting arrives again in the spring, it stands unrivalled by any other
variety, and Mr. Bresee is certainly entitled to the thanks of the com-
munity as its originator.
Bresee's 'No. 4, or King of the Earlies, owing to the high price at
which the stock of this variety was held by its originator (fifty dollars
a tuber) has not been largely grown. Tested in a small way, your
Chairman found it to yield well, of good size, handsome appearance and
tine quality, but no earlier than the Rose, and more liable to be diseased.
Its merits must be decided by further trial.
iN'o. 2, or Bresee's Prolific, is a late, or "Winter variety, requiring the
full season for maturing, very productive, not subject to disease, of
good quality, and worthy of general cultivation.
No. 6, or Peerless, we consider the most promising of all the late
varieties originated by Mr. Bresee, and of the finest quality as a table
Potato. Very fine specimens of this Potato were exhibited by Mr.
Timothy Parsons at the Annual Exhibition, where they attracted partic-
ular notice.
Among a collection of some fifteen or twenty new Seedling Potatoes,
from different sources, tested the past season by the Chairman, none
were found equal in quality and productiveness, or as free from disease,
as were Mr. Bresee's seedlings.
Before closing our report, your committee would call the attention
of contributors to alterations in the Schedule of Prizes for the coming-
year.
Annexed is a list of the Prizes and Gratuities awai'ded by your com-
mittee.
C. N. BRACKETT, Chaimian.
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GRATUITIES AWARDED FOR FORCED VEGETABLES,
Previous to the Opening of the Hall.
January 16. To Andrew F. Allen, for Celery, - - $4 00
February 6. Josiah Crosby, for Tennisball Lettuce, - 4 00
" 13. " " Lettuce and Celery, - 4 00
" " James Comley, for Rhubarb, - - - 4 00
" 20. Josiah Crosby, for Lettuce, - - - 3 00
March 27. James Comley, for Mushrooms, - - 4 00
" " Walter Russell, for Tennisball Lettuce, - 4 00
April 3. W. C. Strong, for Early Potatoes, - - 4 00
April 10. George Hill, for White Spine Cucumbers, - 4 00
PRIZES AWARDED AT THE WEEKLY EXHIBITIONS
DURING THE SEASON.
Saturday, May 29.
Asparagus. — For the best four bunches, twelve stalks each,
to John B. Moore, - - - - - - $4 00
For the next best, not awarded, . - . -
For the next best, " ....
Cucumbers. — For the best i^air, grown under glass, to Josiah
Crosby, -....-.
For the next best, not awarded, - . . .
For the next best, " ....
Rhubarb. — For the best twelve stalks, not awarded, -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - .
For the next best, not awarded, . . - -
Radish, Long Scarlet. — For the best four bunches, to Josiah
Crosby, ...-.--
For the next best, not awarded, . . . .
For the next best, not awarded, . . - .
Lettuce. — For the best four heads, not awarded,
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - .
Prizes at the Opening of the Hall, June 17.
Asparagus. — For the best four bunches, twelve stalks each,
to John B. Moore, - - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to George W. Pierce, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 2 00
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CucuMBEKS. — For the best pair grown under glass, to Josiah
Crosby, - - - - - - - $4 OU
For the next best, to George Hill, - - . .
For the next best, to Walter Russell, ...
Rhubarb. — For the best twelve stalks, to George W. Pierce, -
For the next best, to Francis Skinner, ...
For the next best, not awarded, - - . .
Radish, Long Scarlet. — For the best four bunches, to
Walter Russell, -.--..
For the next best, not awarded, - - . _
For the next best, not awarded, - . . .
Lettuce. — For the best four heads, to Francis Skinner,
For the next best, to George W. Pierce, . . .
For the next best, not awarded, - . - .
June 26.
Peas. — For the best peck, on or before the fourth Saturday in
June, to George Leland, - - . - -
For the next best, to W. G. Prescott, - . -
For the next best, not awarded, . . - .
July 3.
Beans. — For the best and earliest peck of String, on or before
the first Saturday in July, not awarded, - - -
For the next best, not awarded, _ . . .
For the next best, not awarded, . . . _
Onions. — For the best twelve specimens, on or before the
first Saturday in July, to Josiah Crosby, - - -
For the next best, to Francis Skinner, - - .
Beets. — For the best Summer, Turnip -rooted, twelve speci-
mens, on or before the first Saturday in July, to Walter
Russell, .--..--
For the next best, to F. Skinner, . . . .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
July 10. .
Carrots. — For the best twelve Long Orange, on or before the
second Saturday in July, not awarded, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best Scarlet, or Early Horn, on or before the second
Saturday in July, to Walter Russell, - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded - - - - 2 00
Cabbages. — For the best four, on or before the second Satur-
day in July, to Walter Russell, - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 GO
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Potatoes. — For the best peck, on or before the second Satur-
day in July, not awarded, - - - - - $4 00
For the next best, to W C. Child, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Caleb Bates, - - - - 2 00
Beans. — For the best two quarts, Earlj'^ Shelled, on or before
the second Saturdaj' in July, not awarded, - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Squashes. — For the best Long-warted Summer, six specimens,
on or before the second Saturday in July, not awarded, - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
For the best Scollop Squasli, to Daniel Clark, - - 3 00
For the next best, to AValter Eussell, - - - 2 00
August 7.
Tomatoes. — For the best dish of twelve, on or before the first
Saturday in August (open culture), to C. N". Brackett
(for Gen. Grant), 4 00
For the next best, to Daniel Clark, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to George Hill (for Boston Market), - 2 00
For the next best, to George Leland (for Tilden), - - 1 00
Turnips. — For the best Flat, twelve specimens, on or before
the first Saturday in August, not awarded, - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
August 14.
Corn. — For the best Sweet, twelve ears, on or before the sec-
ond Saturday in August, to John B. Moore, (for New
Hybrid), - - 4 00
For the next best, to C. N. Brackett (for Crosby Early), - 3 00
For the next best, to Jonas Gammell (for Crosby Early), 2 00
Squashes, Marrow. — For the best four, on or before the
second Saturday in August, to Josiah Crosby, - - 4 00
For the next best, to Walter Eussell, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Jonas Gammell, - - - 2 00
August 21.
Parsnips. — For the best Summer, Turnip-rooted, twelve
specimens, on or before the third Saturday in August,
to Josiah Crosby, - - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
Melons. — For the best Greenfiesh, of any variety, four speci-
mens, on or before the third Saturday in August, to
Josiah Crosby, - - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
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MuSKMELONS. — For the best four specimens, on or before the
third Saturday in August, not awarded, - - - S4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
September 4.
Egg Plants. — For the best Large Bound Purple, six speci-
mens, on or before the first Saturday in September, to
Josiah Crosby, ------
For the next best, to George W. Pierce, - - -
For the best Black Pekiu, four specimens, on or before the
first Saturda}^ in September, to Josiah Crosby, -
For the next best, to George W. Pierce,
Beans. — For the best two quarts of Small Lima, or Sieva, on
or before the first Saturday in September, to George
Hill,
For the next best, to W. C. Child, - - - -
Watermelons. — For the best pair, on or before the first
Saturday in September, to George Leland,
For the next best, not awarded, . - . -
September 11.
Beans. — For the best two quarts of Large Lima, on or before
the second Saturday in September, to George Leland, -
For the next best, to W. C. Child, - ■ -
GRATUITIES AWARDED AT WEEKLi: EXHIBITIONS.
June 17. To George W. Pierce, for Collection, - - - 2 00
" " Josiah Crosby, for " - - - 3 00
" " Joseph Tailby, for Potatoes (King of the Earlies), 100
" " John Fillebrown, for White Spine Cucumbers, - 3 00
" " Caleb Bates, for Collection, - - - 2 00
" " George Hill, for Beets, - - - - 2 00
" " Miss S. Carter, for Cranberries, growth of 1868,
" " F. Skinner, for Collection, - - - -
" " W. C. Strong, for Gen. Grant Tomatoes, -
" " W. E. Baker, for " " - -
"' 19. George Leland, for Peas (Carter's First Crop), -
July 3. W. C. Child, for Collection,
'"• " Walter Russell, for Cabbages, - . -
" 10. W. C. Child, for Collection,
" " John G. Barker, for Norbiton's Giant Cucumbers,
" " James Comley, for Collection, . . -
" " Georire Hill, for White Portugal Onions,
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" '• W. C. Strong, for Tomatoes (Gen. Grant),
" '• Daniel Clark, for Collection Tomatoes, -
" 24. " " for Gen. Grant and Boston Market
Tomatoes,
" " Walter Russell, for Collection Cabbages,
" " W. E. Baker, for Tomatoes,
" " J. P. Bush, for Early Rose Potatoes,
" 31. W. E. Baker, for Tomatoes,
" " J. P. Bush, for Potatoes, - . - .
" " Daniel Clark, for Collection,
" '' Walter Russell, for " ...
C. !N". Brackett, for Crosby Corn, - - -
George W. Pierce, for Collection,
Daniel Clark, for Sweet Corn, ...
S. A. Merrill, for Tomatoes, ...
Fearing Burr, Jr., for Egyptian Beets (new and
fine), --....
" " Walter Russell, for Egg Plants, -
'• " " " for Marrow Squashes and Corn,
" 14. Josiah Crosby, for Black Pekin Egg Plant,
'^ " " " for New York Purple,
" " Daniel Clark, for Collection,
" 21. George W. Pierce, for " ...
" " " " for Muskmelons and Tomatoes,
" " John B, Moore, for Hybrid Corn,
" " Ilovey & Co., for new purple Podded Beans,
" " John L. D'Wolf, for Potatoes, -
" 28. Josiah Crosby, for Collection,
" " Joseph Tailby, for Collection Potatoes, -
" " Walter Russell, for Green Flesh Melons and Egg
Plants, - - ... -
" " Daniel Clark, for Egg Plant,
" " M. Patterson, for Mammoth Cabbage,
" " James Comley, for Seedling Potatoes,
Sept. 4. John B. Moore, for Egg Plant,
" " W. Russell, for u a .
" " James Comley, for Collection Potatoes and To-
matoes, ------
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PRIZES AWARDED DURING THE ANNUAL EXHIBITION.
September 21, 22, 23, and 24.
Beets. — For the best Turnip-rooted, twelve specimens, to
Walter Russell, .--.-.
For the next best, to John Fillebrown, . . -
For the next best, to Francis Skinner. ...
For the best Long Blood, twelve specimens, to John Fille-
brown, -._--..
For the next best, to W. Russell, - - . .
For the next best, to George W. Pierce, ...
Carrots. — For the best Short Scarlet, or Early Horn, twelve
specimens, to James Comley, - - . .
For the next best, to F. Skinner, - . - .
For the next best, to W. Russell, ....
For the best Long Orange, twelve specimens, to W. Russell,
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, ...
For the next best, to John Fillebrown, ...
Corn. — For the best Sweet, twelve specimens, to .John B. Moore,
For the next best, to George Craft, - - - .
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - - .
For the best Yellow or Field, of twenty-five ears, traced, not
awarded, .......
For the next best, not awarded, - . _ .
For the next best, " ....
Cranberries. — For the best half bushel, to .James Comley,
For the next best, not awarded, . - - .
Melons. — For the best Green Flesh, three specimens, to J. H.
Bell,
For the next best, to G. W. Pierce, - - - -
For the next best, to .Josiah Stickney, - - .
Watermelons.— For the best two specimens, to Daniel Clark,
For the next best, to F. Skinner, . - - .
Eor the next best, to George Leland, ...
Parsnips. — For the best Turnip-rooted, twelve specimens, to
Josiah Crosby, .---..
For the next best, to F. Skinner, - . . .
For the next best, not awarded, ....
For the best Long, twelve specimens, to John Fillebrown, -
For the next best, to Walter Russell, ...
For the next best, to G. W. Pierce, - - - -
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Potatoes. — For the best six vai-ieties, a ]iock each, to C. N.
Brackett, .......
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, . - - -
For the next best, to F. Skinner, - - . .
For the best peck of Jackson, to John L. D'Wolf,
For the best peck of Garnet Chili, to John L. D'Wolf,
For the best peck of Sebec, to Jonas Gammell,
For the best peck of Early Goodrich, to S. A. Merrill,
For the best peck of Harrison, not awarded, -
For the best peck of Early Rose, to S. G. Damon,
Squashes. — For the best Marrow, four specimens, to W.
Russell, ...----
For the next best, to George Hill, . - - -
For the next best, to John Fillbrovvn, ...
For the best Hubbard, four specimens, to S. A. Merrill,
For the next best, to J. J. H. Gregory, ...
For the next best, to Walter Russell, ...
For the best Turban, four specimens, to Franklin Alley,
For the next best, to James Comley, ...
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - - -
For the best Canada, four specimens, to W. Russell, -
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - . - -
For the next best, to F. Skinner, . . - _
For the largest and best Mammoth, not less than 100 lbs., the
Society's Silver Medal, to George Craft.
For the next best, to "W. H. Barnes, - - - -
Turnips. — For the best twelve specimens, to Jonas Gammell,
For the next best, to J. B. Moore, . - - -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
For the best twelve Swedish Turnips, not awarded, -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
For the next best, not awarded, . . . -
Celery. — For the best four roots, to George Hill,
For the next best, to Josiah Crosby, - - - -
For the next best, to F. Skinner, - . - -
Tomatoes. — For the best three varieties, twelve specimens
each, to G. W. Pierce, .....
For the next best, to Daniel Clark, . - - -
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, . - - -
For the next best, to J. J. H, Gregorj^ ...
For the best single dish of twenty-four specimens, to James
Comley, for Gen. Grant, . . . - -
For the next best, to C. N. Brackett, for Gen. Grant,
For the next best, to J. H. Bell, ....
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Caulifloweks. — For the best four specimens, to Francis
Skinner, S4 00
For the nest best, to J. S. Monroe, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Cabbages. — For the best Drumhead, three specimens, to F.
Skinner, 4 00
For the next best, to S. T\\ Hathaway, - - - 3 00
For the next best, " " . . . - 2 00
For the best single sjDecimen, not less than thirty-five
pounds, not awarded, - - - - - 2 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 1 00
Red Cabbage. — For the best three heads, to F. Skinner, - 4 00
For the next best, to G. W. Pierce, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to C. N". Brackett, - - - 2 00
For the best Savoy, three heads, to Francis Skinner, - - 4 00
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill. - - - - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Horse Radish. — For the best six roots, to John Fillebrown, - 3 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 2 00
Peppers. — For the best peck, to C. N. Brackett, - - 3 00
For the next best, to Josiah Stickney, - - - 2 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 1 00
Onions. — For the best peck of any one variety, to George
Hill, - - - - - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Elbridge Wason, - - - 2 00
For the best four varieties, of a peck each, to Geoi-ge Hill, - 4 00
For the next best, to F. Skinner, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - - - 2 00
Egg Plants. — For the best Long Purple, six specimens, to G.
W. Pierce, - - - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, " - - - - 2 00
For the best Round Purple, or Black Pekin, six specimens,
to George W. Pierce, - - - - - 4 00
For the next best, to Walter Russell, - - - 3 00
For the next best, to Daniel Clark, - - - - 2 00
Pumpkins. — For the best four specimens, not less than 20 lbs.
each, to Josiah Newhall,- - - - - 3 00
For the next best, to S. A. Merrill, - - - - 2 00
Special Prize.
Celery. — For the best four heads, to Josiah Crosby, a Silver
Cup, valued at - - - - - - 15 00
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October 9.
Cauliflowers.— For the best four heads, to Francis Skin-
ner, - - . . - - S4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - . 3 OO
For the next best, " - ... 2 00
Celery. — For the best four roots, to Josiah Crosby, - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
For the next best, " - - - - 2 00
Red Cabbage. — For the best three heads, to Francis Skinner, 4 00
For the next best, to George Dorr, - - - - 3 00
For the best Savoy, three heads, to F. Skinner, - - 4 00
For the next best, not awarded, - - - - 3 00
GRATUITIES AWARDED AT THE ANNUAL EXHIBI-
TION.
To James J. H. Gregory, for Collection, -
James Coraley, "
J. S. Munroe, for Turban Squashes, -
W. H. Barnes, for Collection of Squashes,
Seth W. Hathaway, " "
Guy C. Underwood, for Onions,
Franklin Alley, for Collection,
W. G. Prescott, for Collection of Potatoes,
J. H. Bell, «
John L. D'Wolf,
J. F. C. Plyde,
C. W. Gage,
Alexander Dickinson, "
Caleb Bates, "
Jonas Gammell, for Collection,
C. E. Richardson, "
Early,) . - - .
Francis Dana, for Collection of Squashes,
C. W. Gleason, " " Potatoes,
George Craft, " " Squashes,
Guy C. Underwood, " Beete,
Josiah Newhall, " "
Dr. Atwood, for Seedling Potato,
Josiah Crosby, for Collection Egg Plants,
Albert Bresee, '• of Seedling
Society's Silver Medal,
Timothy Parsons, for Bresee's Seedling No. 0, the Society's
Bronze Medal.
Parsnips and Carrots,
Early Rose Potatoes,
Sweet Potatoes,
Seedling Potato (Moore's
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REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON LIBRARY. 81
Report of the Committee on the Library,
FOR THE YEAR 1869.
BY FRANCIS PARKMAN, CHAIRMAN.
The important results of the past year may be briefly summed up.
The liberality of Mr. Stickney has greatly increased the purchasing
power of the committee, and the visit of Mr. Rand, Sr., to England,
gave an opportunity of securing valuable books, too favorable to be
neglected. The additions made to the Library since the last Annual
Meeting have far exceeded, in number and value, those of any preced-
ing year. The most important among them is the superb collection
sent home, free of duty and freight, by Mr. Rand. To these are to be
added various purchases made in America, and a collection of French
works on practical horticulture made by the Chairman in Paris. The
accompanying lists will give the titles of all these additions.
The committee, anxious to avail itself to the full of Mr. Rand's judg-
ment and experience, have permitted themselves to exceed the amount
of the funds at their disposition. In view of the value of the books, and
the moderate price at which they were obtained, it is presumed that the
Society will wish to retain them, and will make an appropriation to
cover the deficiency. If, however, it should determine otherwise, the
books in excess will be taken at cost by a gentleman interested in horti-
ctilture, who is anxious to avail himself of this opportunity of adding
to his library at far less expense than could be done by other means.
The deficiency amounts to $333.26, the total expenditure having been
$1,633.26.
The committee hope that the usual appropriation will be made for the
increase of the Library during the ensuing year.
Additions to the Library.
books purchased.
Ferns, British and Exotic. 8 vols.
Ferns, Kew and Rare.
British Grasses.
" Butterflies.
Sowerby's English Botany. 9 vols.
Bateman's Orchidace«e of Mexico.
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82 3IASSACIIUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIKTT.
Vriese's Orchidees.
Hury's Ilexandrian Plants.
lledoiite, les Eoses.
Rovlcs' Iliinalnyan Botnn}-. 2 vols.
Wallich, Planta? Asiatica?. 3 vols.
Saint Hilaire, Florise Brasilipc. 3 vols.
Roxburgh, Coromandel Plants. 3 vols.
Ventenant, Jardiu de la iMaluuiis-on. 2 vols in cv.c.
Siebold, Flora Japonioa.
Roxburgh. Flora Indica. 2 vols.
JBenthani, Jlliistratod Flora of Britain. 2 vols.
Bateman, Second Centui-y of Orchidaceous Plants.
Flora of Hongkong.
Phycologia Britannica. 4 vols.
Ph3fcologia Australica. o vols.
Nereis Australis.
Bateman, Monograjih of Odontoglossum.
Moggridge, Flora of Mentone.
Seeman, Flora Vitiensis.
Flowers from the Upper Alps.
Hill, Vegetable System. 26 vols, in 13.
Plenck, Icones Plantainim Mcdicinalinni. 3 vols.
Sheldrake, Herbal.
Stirpes Novae.
American Hort. Annual.
Darwin, Animals and Plants under Domestication (English ed.) 2 vols.
The Poultry Book, by W. B. Tegetmier.
Practical Floriculture, by P. Henderson (Duplicate).
Animals and Plants under Domestication (American edition). 2 vols.
Rural Studies.
Traite de la Composition et de TOrnement dcs Jardins.
Arbre Gendalogique du Groupe Pecher.
Culture dcs Orchidees.
Traite du Chauifage des Serres.
Traite de la Taille Des Arbres Fruitiers.
Monographic du Genre Camellia.
Nouveaux Principes de la Taille des Arbres Fruitiers.
Plantes de Terre de Bruj'^re.
Memoire sur la culture Du Pecher.
Monographic de la Famille des Cact^es.
Encyclopedic Horticole.
Le Jardin Potager.
Champignons et Truffes.
Jardinier des Fenetres.
Methode Eldraentaire pour la taille des Arbres Fruitiers.
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON LIBRARY. 83
Cours Pratique d' Arboriculture.
Guide Pratique du Jardinier Multiplicateur.
Entretiens Farailiers sur THorticulture.
Culture du Chrysanthcme.
Histoire et Culture de la Peine Marguerite, etc.
Culture des Arbres Fruitiers.
Plantes de Serre Chaude et Temper^e.
Culture de la Pensoe.
Arbrisseaux et Arbustes d'Ornement.
Arbres Fruitiers, Taille et raise k Fruit.
Culture des Pelargonium.
Culture des Rosiers, Violettes, Pensees, etc.
Culture les Cactees.
Pepinieres.
Le Pinceraent Court ou Pincement des Feuilles.
Production et Fixation des Varietes dans les Yegetaux.
Manual Complet du Jardinier.
Farming for Boys.
Field, Forest, and Garden Botany.
French and English Pronouncing Dictionary.
The Parks, Promenades and Gardens of Paris.
How Ci'ops Grow.
Gleanings from French Gardens.
Facts for Farmers. By Solon Robinson. 2 vols.
Pritzel, Iconum Botanicarum. Yol. 2.
Among the Trees.
BOOKS PRESEKTED.
Practical Floriculture. By Peter Henderson.
Prairie Farmer Annual, for 1869. By Prairie Farmer Co.
Icones Selectarum Stirpium Americanarum. By Jonathan French.
Report of the Dep't of Ag. for 1867. By Dep't of Ag.
My Ten Rod Farm. By the Author.
Farming by Inches. By the Author.
The Poisonous, Noxious and Suspected Plants of our Fields and Woods.
By E. W. Buswell.
Trans, of the New York State Ag. Soc, 1867. By B. P. Johnson.
Report of the New York Ag. Soc, on Abortion in Cows. By B. P.
Johnson.
Sixteenth Ann. Report of Sec. Mass. Board of Ag. C. L. Flint.
Seventh Ann. Report of the Sec. State Board of Ag. of Michigan. By
Sanford Howard.
Fruits and Fruit Trees of America. By C. Downing.
Proceedings of the Boston Soc. of Nat. History. By the Soc.
Andre Leroy, Dictionaire de Pomologie. 2 vols. By the Author.
84 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Occasional Papers of the Boston Soc. of Nat. History. By the Soc.
Silk Manual. By the Author.
Pursh's Journal of Botanical Excursion in 1807. W. P. James.
PAMPHLETS PRESENTED.
Trans. Hingham Ag. and Hort. Soc, for 1868. By Fearing Burr.
Trans. Rhode Island Soc. for the Encouragement of Domestic Industry,
for 1867 and 1868. By the Soc.
Trans. Cape Good Hope Ag. Soc, for 1868. By J. C. Holding.
Trans. Worcester Co. Hort. Soc, for 1868. By E. W. Lincoln.
Report Com. of Ag. and Art, for the Province of Ontario, Canada, for
1868. By Hon. John Carlin.
Trans. Essex Ag. Soc, for 1868. By J. Newhall.
Sixth Ann. Report of the Trustees of the Mass. Ag. College. By W.
S. Clark.
Proceedings of the Am. Antiquarian Soc, at the Annual Meeting of
Oct. 21, 1869. By the Society.
Twelfth Ann. Report of the Board of Commissioners of Central Park.
By A. H. Green.
Proceedings of the Am. Antiquarian Soc, at the Semi- Annual Meeting,
April, 1869. By the Society.
Second Annual Report of the State Board of Ag. of Nebraska, for 1868.
By James M. Bond.
Second Ann. Report of the Ohio State Hort. Soeiety, for 1868. By the
Society.
Fourth Ann. Report of the Ohio Grape Growers' Association, for 1868.
By the Association.
Trans, of the 111. State Hort. Soc, for 1868. By W. C. Flagg.
Memoir of Dr. W. D. Brinkle. By W. P. James.
Our thanks are again rendered to the publishers of the Daily Adver-
tiser, of the Boston Evening Transcript, of the California Farmer and
Prairie Farmer, and of Whitlock's Recorder, for the gift of their several
publications.
The following Periodicals have been taken :
English. — Gardener's Weekly Magazine.
Gardener's Chronicle.
Curtis's Botanical Magazine.
Floral Magazine.
Florist and Pomologist.
Farmer's Magazine.
Journal of Horticulture and Cottage Gardener.
Journal of the London Agricultural Society.
Country Gentleman's Magazine.
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON LIBRARY. 85
French. — Revue Horticole.
Illustration Horticole.
riore des Serres et des Jardins de I'Europe.
Jardin Fruitier.
American. — Gardener's Monthly.
Horticulturist.
Tilton's Journal of Horticulture.
Country Gentleman.
American Agriculturist.
Silliman's Journal.
American Naturalist.
American Entomologist.
American Farmer.
New England Farmer, Weekly and Monthly.
Massachusetts Ploughman.
Boston Cultivator.
Ohio Farmer.
86 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Report of the Finance Committee.
The Finance Committee report, that they have, during the past year,
exercised all necessary sujjervision required of them by the 17th By-
Law. After their last report they completed the settlement with
Mount Auburn Cemeteiy, and received an additional amount of $85.05
for the year 1868. They refer to the accompanying letter from the
Treasurer of Mount Auburn for the causes that lessened the amount
we received for that year, and were satisfied by an examination of the
books kept by the Superintendent at the Cemetery, that the statements
contained therein are correct.
They have examined and settled the account with Mount Auburn
Cemetery for the year 1869, and also the books and vouchers of the
Treasurer of this Society, and believe that the report of that oflBcer
furnishes a full and accurate statement of the transactions of his office,
and the pecuniary condition of the Society at the close of the year 1869.
C. O. Whitmore,
H. H. Htjnnewell,
B. P. Cheney,
Finance Committee, Mass. Horticultural Sac.
Boston, December 31, 1869.
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88 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Improvements at Mt. Aubtjrk Cemetery, in 1869, charge-
able TO THE Horticultural Society.
St. Paul Public Lot:
353 days grading, at S1.75, - - - . <|617 75
150 loads loam, iglSO; 441 do. gravel. S220.50, - 370 50
151 cords manure, at $S, $126; 8300 ft. sods, at
2i c, #186.75, 312 75
Cess-pool and Drain for St. Paul Lot:
600 brick, S7.50; 2 bbls. cement, $6,
Lime, SI; 66 ft. drain-pipe, S18,
Covering stone and grate and setting same.
Raising and Grading the " Lawn : "
258 days filling up and grading, at $1.75, -
Carting 1728 loads gravel from bank, at 25 c,
22^ cords manure, at $8, . . .
2775 ft. sods, at 2i c, ...
Cesspool and Drain for " Lawn : "
325 brick, S4.87; 1 bbl. cement, S3,
100 feet drain pipe, - - - -
Granite cover and grate, and setting same.
S13 50
19 00
29 00
S451 50
432 00
178 00
62 44
S7 87
28 00
29 00
Sl,301 00
61 50
1,123 94
64 87
Filling up on Lawn Avenue at the same time
Lawn was raised :
Carting 396 loads gravel from bank, at 25 c, - 99 00
Cess-pool and Drain from Mound Avenue to
Cowslip Path:
12 days digging and building, at S2.25,
325 brick, S4.87; 1 bbl. cement, S3.00,
Drain Pipe, - - - - -
Granite cover and grate, and setting same.
S27 00
7 87
12 78
29 00
Filling and Excavating in sundry places, corner of
Halcyon, Sycamore, and Ash Avenues, cubic
yards, - - - - - 817
Around Halcyon Lake, in addition to what
has heretofore been reported, - - 667
1,484
X 27 = 40,068 c. f., at 2^ c, ... i,001 70
76 65
Carried forward, - - - $1,001 70 $2,726 96
MOUNT AUBURN CEMETERY. 89
Brought forward, - - - Sl,001 70 S2,726 96
Excavation and Filling on Halcyon, near Vibur-
num Avenue:
376 c. yds. X 27 = 10,152 c. f., at 2 c., - - 203 04
On Garden Avenue, near cor. of Yew:
879 c. yds. X 27 = 23,733 c. f., at 2h c, - - 593 33
1,798 07
S4.525 03
I certify the foregoing to be a true copy of account of improvements
for the year 1869, rendered by the Superintendent.
A. J. COOLIDGE, Treasurer.
Mount Auburn Cemetery, 16 Pemberton Square,
Boston, January 30, 1869.
Messrs. C. O. Whitmore and H. H. Hunnewell,
Finance Committee, of Mass. Hort. Society.
Gentlemen:
I regret that you should have been disappointed in the amount of
money you were entitled to receive from our Corporation, for the Horti-
cultural Society, on the first Monday of January. A portion of the
amount now charged to the Horticnltural Society, for the improvement
of otherwise useless land, should have been charged in former accounts;
and if it had been so done, your receipts in previous years would have
been smaller. 'No doubt that course would have been more satisfactory
to you. As I first entered upon my duties of Treasurer in June last, I
cannot give the reason for the omission to charge in the accounts the
improvements referred to, other than that I learn there was a misap-
prehension by the Superintendent with regard to a portion of the work
referred to. There seems to me to be no reason to fear a repetition of
the omission in the future. Your examination of the work completed,
as well as that in jjrogress, I trust has satisfied you that all that has been
undertaken is for the mutual benefit and profit of the two corporations.
From a communication of the Superintendent, I gather substantially
these facts :
The expenditures for 1866 and 1867, Garden Pond and surroundings,
were S7,534.32, of which the Horticultural Society were charged, Jan-
uary, 1868, $1,833.58. Filling up and grading Garden Pond, from
January, 1868, to January, 1869, $4,050.29.
90 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
The work of grading and filling at Garden Pond is still in progress.
The meadow is to be excavated to the depth of six feet. This will be
slow work, and to finish it, will cost probably as much or more than has
already been expended.
The work on " Thistle Bog " and Mound Avenue, up to Walnut
Avenue, was commenced in 1863, which has been in progress, at inter-
vals, until ISTovember, 1868, at cost of S3,392.20, is now completed.
As portions of the ground became ready for burial i)urposes, lots have
been sold upon it, and from January, 1865, to January 1, 1868, there
were sold upon the Thistle Bog improvement, lots to the amount of
S16.099.50, one quarter part of which sum was included in the moneys
paid your Corporation for 1866, 1867 and 1868; and a further sum of
?5,039 has been divided in the account just settled.
The " Mound," which is a great ornament to the grounds, was esti-
mated to cost $1,800, and was finished a year or two since.
The work at St. PauFs Lot will probably be finished the coming
Spring, and will cost perhaps $1,000. The sale of single lots in this en-
closure has commenced, and already about fifty have been disposed of
at S25 each. This will be a constant source of income for many years.
The filling and grading of a hollow near the engine house, on Foun-
tain Avenue, has been in progress since 1864, and will probably be
completed the present year.
When the work shops and stock of granite and other materials are
removed from the grounds below the engine house, very considerable
grading will be required to put the lots in this vicinity in proper condi-
tion for sale for burial purposes.
The expenditures for the coming year will depend upon the time we
can devote to these improvements. The felling of trees has this winter
occupied a very considerable portion of the time usually devoted to this
work.
I am, most respectfully, your ob't serv't,
AUSTIN J. COOLIDGE,
Treas. Props. Cemetery of Mt. Auburn.
REPORT OF THE TREASURER.
91
j^EPORT OF THE TREASURER,
FOR THE YEAR 1869.
Receipts of Income.
Balance of Cash on hand, January 1,
Admissions and Assessments,
Rent of Stores,
Rent of Halls,
Kett of Opening Exhibition, .
Kett of Annual Exhibition,
Erom Mt. Auburn Cemetery, bal. for 1868,
" " - 1869,
Loan from Josiah Stickney, .
Sundry Receipts,
Expenditures
Salaries and comi^ensations, .
Library accessions,
Heating and water, less paid by tenants.
Interest, ....
Gas, .....
Taxes, ....
Additions, alterations and repairs, on building
New furniture and repairs.
Stationery, postage and printing.
Labor and incidental expenses.
Balance floating debt, .
Reduction mortgage debt.
Balance of prizes, 1868,
Deposited on account of prizes, 1869, ,
Medals, Diplomas, etc..
Exhibition Table-ware,
Cash balance to new account, .
$388 84
1,772 00
11,200 00
10,294 00
84 42
105 79
86 05
5,863 47
12,000 00
150 65
$2,000 00
1,633 26
439 02
5,423 91
885 38
3,630 50
1,104 23
250 47
727 47
1,833 87
11,000 00
6,000 00
1,935 00
3,500 00
327 85
862 84
391 42
41,945 22
S41,945 22
92 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
The property of the Society consists of its
real estate, building and furniture, costing,
at date, ..... ^254,833 22
Library, ..... 8,555 21
Exhibition ware, .... 862 84
Cash in the Treasury, ... 391 42
S264,642 69
The liabilities of the Society are a debt
secured by mortgage, on interest at 5i per
cent, payable in 14 years, . . . S94,000 00
A loan from Josiah Stickney, payable accord-
ing to articles of agreement, to Harvard
College, in the year 1899, without interest, 12,000 00
106,000 00
Leaving a balance of . . . $158,642 69
representing the cost to the Society of its property at date.
It will be seen that the balance of our floating debt, amounting to
$11,000, has been extinguished, and .$6,000 have been paid on our mort-
gage debt within the year. A further reduction of the mortgage debt
was contemplated, but several unusual expenditures have prevented.
A large proportion of the prizes of 1868 were left to be paid out of this
year's earnings. An unusual amount has been expended for the Library,
and we are provided with Exhibition ware. Medals, etc., not soon to be
renewed. Our prizes for the present year are provided for, all salaries
and expenses are paid, and the Society stands to-day free of all debt
save that named above.
As our debt is lessened, we make a corresponding saving in our
interest account, leaving us more means for its reduction. Pursuing
the rate at which it has been reduced, since the erection of our building,
it will be extinguished long before it is due.
Our list of members at the commencement of
the year numbered. Life, . . . 480
New Members, .... 18
Changed from Subscription, ... 4
— 22
Deceased, . . . • . . 4
— 18
— 498
Annual, ..... 516
New Members, .... 22
538
REPORT OF THE TREASURER. 93
Withdrawn,
Discharged for non-payment,
Deceased,
Changed to Life,
Total,
Income from above source: —
18 Admissions to Life Membership, .
22 " Annual "
4 commutations, ....
466 Subscriptions collected.
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80
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,772
A degree of apathy seems to exist among a portion of our annual
members, which prevents their availing themselves of the privileges of
membership, hence the decrease of their number. Eepeated effort has
been made in calling the attention of members to our Library of val-
uable books and periodicals, and to our exhibitions. The announcement
is again made, that the rooms and Library are constantly open, and all
are cordially invited to use them freely. It is a pleasure to announce
a gain in this direction, over last year, yet there is room for improve-
ment.
Our list of Honorary and Corresponding Members, (which was, for
an unknown reason, suspended several years ago,) has been revised for
publication in this number.
The income from the halls has fully met the hope expressed in my
last report.
The stores continue rented as at last report, except the upper one on
Bromfield street.
The lease of that has been terminated, and the store has been again
leased, and to a good tenant, at a fair advance in rent.
To the constant care and supervision of the Finance Committee may
be attributed the degree of prosperity we enjoy in that department, and
to unity of action, and universal good will among our members, our
progress in the science we love.
Friends of horticulture, beside having manifested an increased interest
in our exhibitions during the past season, have more freely visited our
rooms, to consult the Library and for social intercourse. Again is the
hope expressed, that the year to come may show a gain over all others
in this direction.
Eespectfully submitted,
E. W. BUSWELL, Treasurer.
Boston, January 5, 1870.
94 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
^DDR^SS OF THE pR^SIDENT, yl. F, C. WyDE,
AT THE ANNUAL ME?:T1N0, JANUARY 1, 1870.
Gentlemen: —
A kind Providence having brought us through all the changes and
vicissitudes of the past we meet to exchange congratulations as we stand
ready to enter the opening portals of the new year. It is well for us to
stop at the mile stones on life's high road, to look back over all the way
we have travelled, that we may, if possible, profit by the past and form
new plans for the future. I can but thank you all most kindly for the
high compliment you have paid me, by again electing me to fill the
important office of President of this honorable Society.
Relying upon your forbearance in the future, as I have in the past, I
accept the position with its duties and responsibilities.
We meet together on one common level for one common purpose, to
promote the cause we love. Some from the farm, some from the
garden, still otliers from the busy marts of trade, all to bow and wor-
ship at the shrine of Flora and Pomona.
Our enthusiasm, never damped by winter's cold or summer's heat!
Lovers of nature, we never tire of sounding her praises!
Our wise Father implanted this love in the breasts of our first
parents, and placed them where they could enjoy the beauties of Nat-
ure. We are among the fortunate number of those who have inherited
this love for the beautiful. Nothing affords us so much happiness as
rural life in its various phases.
The past season was on the whole a favoraV)]e one. The rose show
was in every respect a decided success, and a better display was made
than ever before. The exhibition of flowers through the season was
never equalled, and it is a satisfaction to know, that our weekly exhibi-
tions have been more largely attended by the public than for many
years. We are pleased to believe that the people are coming to api)re-
ciate such exhibitions. More could have been done in the floral depart-
ment, but for the lack of means. With the increase that has been voted
by the Society, making the total amount two thousand dollars, to be
appropriated this year in premiums, we can reasonably hope that still
greater improvement will be made in this as in every other department.
We wish the sum was even larger, and we hope the Society will
PKESiDENT Hyde's address. 95
increase its prizes, both in number and amount, year by j'ear, as its
financial condition will warrant. We can but briefly refer to the great
change that has taken place within the last thirty or forty years in the
cultivation of flowers, especially under glass. Many of us can remem-
ber when there were few greenhouses in the State; while now, there
are hundreds to say the least. Now, thousands of plants are sold M'here
one was sold before. Formerly, cut flowers were purchased only occa-
sionally by the few; while now, there seems to be no limit to the de-
mand. If our people do not spend as much time and money on a rare
plant, they spend the more for the increased number of those that are
better known, and so help to adorn and make beautiful all our towns
and villages. May the work go on until the whole shall become one
great garden, to delight the eye and gladden the heart.
The past year was not a remarkably favorable one for fruit in our
State, though there would have been a very good harvest of Pears, had
it not been for the great gale that swept over this section of country
with such destructive power, not only blowing down the fruit but in
many cases utterly destroying the ti'ees. The supply of Apples was
quite moderate, and we have been obliged to depend upon the product
of our sister States to supply the deficiency.
Peaches were never more abundant in our markets or of better qual-
ity, though we believe the larger part of them came from a more con-
genial climate than New England. The small fruits, especially the
Strawberries, were abundant and good. Seldom do we have in our
climate a better season for Grapes than the past was. Even the old
Isabella and other sorts, considered too late for this latitude, ripened
well, the frosts keeping off" longer than usual. We are pleased to know
that increased attention is being given, year by year, to small fruits all
over the country, so that all may soon be able to eat and enjoy.
The vegetables, not only at the Annual Exhibition, but all through the
season, were exceedingly fine and attracted great attention. Boston
excels all the cities, as much in the vegetables that are found in her
markets, as she does in her sculpture, her paintings and her literature.
No better market gardeners can probably be found in the world than
those numbered among our members.
Contributors in every department have done well, and our exhibitions
have been worthy our Society, though perfection has not yet been
reached. We are certain, that the fruit never was better arranged on
our tables than in the new ware that was manufactured expressly for the
Society, at a cost of nearly nine hundred dollars, each dish bearing the
seal of the Society. The form of the dishes is well adapted to our pur-
poses, and is a great improvement over anything we have used for that
purpose, and meets a want long felt by the contributors.
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Larger appropriations having been made for fruits and vegetables for
the coming year, we may reasonably expect to see even more satisfac-
tory results in the futiire.
The Library has received large and valuable additions the past year,
more than have been added in a single year before, at a cost of Sl,033.
The Society have been able to do this, through the generosity of our
esteemed friend, Josiah Stickney, Esq., who has placed the income of
S12,000 at our disposal, of which seven hundred dollars is to be yearly
devoted to making additions to our Library. Mr. Stickney deserves
and will receive our thanks, as well as the thanks of hundreds and
thousands that are yet to follow us, as members of this Society.
By using the principal of the fund placed at our disposal we have,
with income from other sources, been able, within the past year, to
entirel}^ extinguish a floating debt of eleven thousand dollars, and pay
six thousand dollars on the mortgage that exists upon our property.
It is possible that a still farther reduction of this debt may soon be
made.
This is a wise arrangement, and we again express the hope that a
sum may be set aside each year to reduce this indebtedness. The
report of our faithful Superintendent and Treasurer will show that the
finances of the Society are entirely satisfactory, thanks to his untiring
labors and the hearty co operation of the able Committee on Finance.
Our membership has steadily increased from the ranks of those who
love the noble pursuit of horticulture. Eighteen life and twenty-two
subscription members have been added the past year. We heartily
welcome them to the privileges of membership, and hope to receive
contributions from them for our tables, for they should remember that
by their fruits they should be known.
To all the officers with whom I have been associated the past year I
return my thanks, for their kindness and forbearance; to the various
committees for their prompt and faithful discharge of every duty, and
to all the members who have so kindly co-operated to make our Society
what it is.
Let us not rest upon our laurels, but if we have done well in the past,
let us do even better in the future, for there is a wide field open before
us, where all may enter and pluck the rarest flowers and the richest
fruits to their hearts' content, make the waste places of the earth to
bud and bloom, the orchards to bend beneath their weight of golden
fruit as rich and luscious as Eden ever saw.
Let us then press on with renewed courage, cultivate peace and har-
mony within our ranks, and bind more closely the ties of friendship and
brotherly love.
In closing, I wish you all a Ilapi^y New Year.
HOXORARY MEMBERS. 97
Massachusetts Hof^icultup^l Society.
HONORARY MEMBERS.
A * DENOTES THE MEMBER AS DECEASED.
*JoHN QurjTCY Adams, LL.D., late President of the United States.
Prof. Louis Agassiz, Cambridge.
*WiLLiAM T. AiTOx, Curator of the Royal Gardens, Kew.
JoHX Arbott, Brunswick, Me.
*' Benjamin Abbott, LL.D., Exeter, N. H.
*HoN. Samuel AprLETOx, Boston.
*HoN. James Arnold, New Bedford.
L'Abbe Berlese, Paris.
*Le Chevalier Soulange Bodin, Secretaire-General de la Societe d'Hort-
iculture de Pari.s.
Edward X. Bancroft, M. D., President of the Horticultural and Agricultural
Society of Jamaica.
James Beeicman, New York. ^
*Jesse Buel, Ex-President of the Albany Horticultural Society.
*Robert Barclay.
*Philip p. Barbour, Virginia.
♦Nicholas Biddle, Philadelphia.
*Mrs. Bigelow, Medford.
*JosiAH Bradlee, Boston.
*HoN George N. Briggs, Pittsfield.
Hon. George S. Boutwell, Brookline.
*HoN. James Buchanan, late President of the United States.
Hon. Horace Capron, Commissioner of Agriculture, \yashington, D. C.
*HoN. Henry Clay, Kentucky.
*AuGUSTiN Pyramus de Candolle, Geneva.
*Zaccheus Collins, Philadelphia.
♦Admiral Sir Isaac Coffin, Bart., England.
♦William Coxe, Burlington.
♦Isaac Chauncy, U. S. Navy, Brooklyn, N. Y.
♦Lewis Clapier, Philadelphia.
*J. P. Gushing, Watertown, Mass.
♦Gen. H. a. S. Dearborn, Roxbury.
Charles W. Dabney, U. S. Consul, Fayal.
♦.James Dickson, Vice President of the London Horticultural Society.
Don Ramon de la S.\gra, Cuba.
♦Sir Humphrey Davy, London.
♦Mrs. Dorothy Dix, Boston.
♦Hon. John Davis, LL.D., Boston.
♦Hon. Edward Everett, LL.D., Boston.
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•Ho>'. Horace Everett, Vermont.
Charles A. Evaxson, St. Johns, N. B.
*HoN. Stepiiex Elliot, Charleston, S. C.
*Cai»t. Jesse D. Elliot, U. S. Navy.
F. Faldekmaxn, Curator of the Imperial Tiotanic Gardtni, at St. Petersburg.
Dr. F. E. Fischer, Professor of Botany of the Imperial Botanic Garden, at St.
Petersburg.
•Hon. Theodore Frelinghuysen, Ex-President of the American Agricultural
Society.
Hon. Millard Fillmore, late President of the United States.
'Joseph Gales, Jr., Washington.
John (Jreig, Geneva, N. Y.
.Mrs. Mvry Griffith, Charlies Hope, N. .T.
*Mrs. Rebecca Gore, Waltham.
♦Stephen Girard, Philadelphia.
♦Georoe Gibbs, New York.
*H()N. Robert H. Goldsborougii, Talbot County, Maryland.
"Hericart de Thury, La Vicomte, Pre.s. de la Societe d' Horticulture de Paris.
Thomas Hopkirk, President of the Glasgow Horticultural Society.
Lewis Hunts, Huntsburg. Ohio.
*S. P. HiLDRKTH, M. D., Marietta, Ohio.
*David Hosack, M. D., President of the New A'ork Horticultural Society.
*Gen. William Henry" Harrison, late President of the United States.
Joseph R. Ingersoll, Philadelphia.
*<Jen. Andrew Jackson, late President of the United States.
*Mrs. Martha Johonnot, Salem.
.Jared Potter Kirtland, LL.D., Cleveland, Ohio.
*Thomas Andrew Knight, Ex-President of the Hoiticultural Society of Jxm-
don.
*John C. Tx)r-DON, London.
Baron H. Carol von Ludwig, Cape Tot\ti. Cape of Good Hope.
Le Comte de Lastey'ere, Vice-President de la Societe d'Horticulture de Paris.
Franklin Litchfield, Porto Cabello.
"* Joshua Longstreth, Philadelphia.
•Nicholas Longworth, Cincinnati.
*(iEN. La Fayette, La Grange, France.
•Jacob Lorillard, Ex-President of the New York Horticultural Society, N. Y.
John A. Lowell, Boston.
•Hon. Theodore Ly'man, Brookline.
Baron Justice Liebig, Geissen, Germany.
•Prof. John Lindley, Secretary of the London Horticultural Society.
A. H. Latour, M. p., Montreal.
Mons. F. a. Michaux, Paris.
MossELMAN, Antwerp.
•Hon. Charles F. Mercer, Virginia.
D. S. M'Cauley, Tripoli.
•Mrs. Charlotte Marry att, Wimbledon, near London.
•Hon. James Madison, late President of the United States.
• Hon. James Munroe, late President of the United States.
•Lewis John Mentens, Bruxelles
*Samuel L. Mitchell, LL.D., New York.
Donald G. Mitcbell, Editor Hearth and Home, New York.
HONORARY MEMBERS. 99
*HoN. Isaac IMcKim, President of the Horticultural Society of Maryland.
Alfred Munson, M. D., Ex-President of the New Haven Horticultural Society^
A. W. MoRiA, Montreal.
Baron Ottenfels, Austrian Minister to the Ottoman Porte.
Hon. Joel Parker, LL.D., Cambridge.
MoNS. PoiTEAu, Professor of the Institut Horticole de Fromont.
*JoHN H. Powell, Powellton, Pennsylvania.
♦William Prince, Long Island, New York.
John Palmer, Calcutta.
*Henry Pratt, Philadelphia.
*HoN. Thomas H. Perkins, Brookline, Mass.
Samuel B. Parsons, Flushing, N. Y'.
Rev. George Putnam, Roxbury.
Archibald John, Earl of Roseberry, President of the Caledonian Horticul-
tural Society.
John Shepherd, Curator of the Botanic Garden, Liverpool.
*JoHN S. Skinner, Baltimore.
♦Joseph Sabine, Secretary of the London Horticultural Society.
*SiR Walter Scott.
♦William Shaw, New York.
♦Judge Strong, Rochester.
♦Stephen H. Smith, President of the Rhode Island Horticultural Society.
G. W. Smith.
Hon. Charles Sumner, Boston, Mass.
M. TouGARD, Rouen, France.
John Turner, Assistant Secretary of the London Horticultural Society.
♦James Thatcher, M. D., Plymouth.
♦Grant Thorburn, New Y'"ork.
♦Hon. John Taliaferro, Virginia.
♦M. Du Petit Thours, Paris, Prof Poiteau of the Institut Horticole de Fromont.
Col. W. Towson, President Agricultural Society, Washington, D. C.
Nathaniel Towson, Washington, D. C.
♦Hon. John Tyler, late President of the United States.
♦Rev. Joseph Tyso, Wallingford, England.
John J. Thomas, Macedon, N. Y.
♦Mons. p. p. a. Vilmorin, Paris.
♦J. B. Van Mons, M. D., Brussels.
♦Petty Vaughan, London.
♦Hon. Martin Van Buren, late President of the United States.
Joseph R. Van Zandt, Albany,
Federal Vanderburg, M. D., New York.
♦Benjamin Vaughan, Hallowell, Me.
♦Gen. Stephen Van Rensselaer, Albany.
♦Rev. W. Villenere, Montreal.
♦Hon. Daniel Wep.ster, Marshfield, Mass.
♦Hon. John Welles, Boston.
♦Nathaniel Willich, M. D., Curator of the Botanic Garden, Calcutta
♦James Wadsworth, Genesee, N. Y.
♦Malthus a. Ward, Professor Franklin College, Athens. Ga.
♦Frederick Walcott, Litchfield, Conn.
Ashton Y'^ates, Liverpool.
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CORRESPONDING MEMBERS.
A * DENOTES THE MEMBER AS DBCEA8ED.
John Adlum, Georgetown, District of Columbia.
Thomas Aspinwall, late Liverpool, now Brookline, Mass.
Don Francisco Aquilar, of Moldonada, in the Banda Oriental.
A. B. Allen, Editor American Agriculturist, New York.
Rev. Thomas D. Anderson, Roxbury.
Patrick Barry, Ch. Fruit Com., American Pomological Soc, Rochester, N. Y.
*NoEL J. Becar, Brooklyn, N. Y.
Prosper J. Berkmans, Augusta, Ga.
Joseph Bernard Baumann, Bolwiller, France.
AcGUSTiN Baumann, Bolwillet, France.
Napoleon B.^umann, Bolwiller, France.
Eugene Achille Baumann, Bolwiller, France.
Alexandre Bivort, Sec. Generale, Socif-te de Van Mons, Fleurus, Belgique.
MoNs. Tripet le Blanc, Paris.
Charles D. Bragdon, Editor Rural New Yorker, New York.
Dr. Nehemi.\h Brush, East Florida.
Alexander Burton, Cadiz.
*E. W. Bull, Hartford, Conn.
John W. Brown, Fort Gaines, Ga.
*Isaac Cox Burnett, Consul, Paris.
Rev. Henry W. Beecher, late Ed. of ^Vestern Farmer and Gard., Brooklyn, N. Y.
Robert Buist, Philadelphia.
*WiLLiAM D. Brinkle, M. D., Philadelphia.
*Edward Beck, Worton College, Isleworth, near England.
Louis Edourd Berckmans, Rome, Ga.
•Robert Carr, Philadelphia.
James Colvill, Chelsea, England.
Francis G. Carnes, New York.
*Rev. Henry Colman, Boston.
H. W. S. Cleveland, Burlington, N. J.
S. L. Dana, M. D., Lowell.
J. Decaisne, Professor de Culture au Museum d'Historie Naturelle, Jardin des
Plants, Paris.
James Deering, Portland, Me.
*A. J. Downing, Newburgh, N. Y.
Charles Downing, Newburgh, N. Y.
*H. F. DiCKEHUT.
C. "Wentworth Dilke, London.
F. R. Elliott, Secretary American Pomological Society, Cleveland, Ohio.
Hon. Henry L. Ellsworth, Washington.
Ebenezer Emmons, M. D., Williamston.
*A. H. Ernst, Cincinnati, Ohio.
George B. Emerson, Boston.
W. C. Flagg, President Illinois State Horticultural Society, Alton, 111.
♦Michael Floy, New York.
John Fox, Washington, D. C.
♦Nathaniel Fellows, Cuba.
William R. Fo.ster, Baltimore.
CORRESPONDING MEMBERS. 101
* Henry J. Finn, Newport, R. I.
♦Hon Russell Freeman, Sandwich.
Andrew S. Fuller, Author, Ridgewood, N. Y.
Henry Weld Fuller, Roxbury.
R. W. Furnas, President Nebraska State Horticultural Society, Brownsville, Neb.
*BENjAMtN Gardner, late Consul U. S. at Palermo.
*RoHERT H. Gardner, Gardiner, Me.
*ABitAHAM P. Gibson, St. Petersburg.
Charles W. Gordon, Boston.
*R. Glendenning, Chiswick, near London, England.
*Capt. James P. Gerry, TJ. S. Navy.
Prof. Asa Gray*, Cambridge, Mass.
Augustus Gande, President Horticultural Society, Department of Sarthe.
*Charles H. Hall, New York.
John Hay', Architect of the Caledonian Horticultural Society.
Abraham Halsey*, New York.
*Rev. T. M. Harris, D. D., Dorchester.
*T. W. Harris, M. D., Cambridge.
*Isaac Head, Cincinnati, Ohio.
Isaac Hunter, Baltimore.
Robert Hogg, LL.D., Editor Journal of Horticulture, London.
George Husman, Editor Grape Culturist, St. Louis, Mo.
*Thomas Hogg, New York.
J. C. Holding, Treas. and Sec. Cape Good Hope Ag. Society, Cape Town, Africa.
Bernard Henry', Philadelphia.
I. I. Hitchcock, Baltimore.
Prof. E. M. Horsford, Cambridge.
Thomas P. James, Philadelphia, Pa.
Edward Jarvis, M. D., Dorchester.
William J. Johnson, ]Vr. D., Fort Gaines, Georgia.
Samuel Kneeland, Jr., M. D., Boston.
David Landreth, Corresponding Secretary of the Penn. Horticultural Society.
*B. S. H. Leonard, M. D., Providence.
Hon. George Lunt, Boston.
MoNS. Laffay, Bellevue, near Paris, France.
Andre Leroy, Author Dictionaire de Pomologie, Angers, France.
C. Mackintosh, Dalkeith Palace, near Edinburgh.
*F. W. Macondray, San Francisco, Cal.
A. Mas, President Horticultural Society, Bourg-en-Bresse, France.
Dr. Maxwell T. Masters, Editor Gardeners Chronicle, London.
♦James Maury, Consul, Liverpool.
John Miller, M. D., Sec. of Horticultural and Agricultural Society, Jamaica.
Stephen Mills, Long Island, N. Y.
*.James Mease, M. D., Philadelphia.
Thos. Meehan, Editor Gardners Monthly, Germantown, Pa.
Allan Melville, New York.
William S. M'Lean, New York.
GuiSEPPE Monarchini, M. D., Isle of Candia.
Horatio Newhall, M. D., Galena, Illinois.
James Ombrosi, Florence.
*David W. Offley, U. S Agent, Smyrna.
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•tloHN L. Paysos, Consul, Leg:horn.
♦AxDREW Pakmkxter, Long Isl:nul, N. Y.
John Parker, Amsterdam.
*D.\viD Porter, Cliarge des Affairs of the United States at the Ottoman Porte.
♦Sir Joseph Paxton, M. P., Chatsworth, England.
*WiLLiA.\i B. Prince, Long Island, N. Y.
•Alfred S. Prince, Long Island, New York.
*CoM. M. C. Perry, U. S. Navy.
John J. P.\lmer, New York.
John B. Russell, Washington, D. C.
Thojias Rivers, Sawbridge worth, Herts, England.
*George R. Russell, Roxbury.
*Thom.\s Rotch, Philailelphia.
•William Foster Redding, Baltimore.
Capt. Willia.m S. Rogers, U S. Navy.
M. D. Reynolds, Schenectady, N. Y.
J. S. Rogers, Hartford, Conn.
•John H. Richards, M. D., Illinois.
Rev. John Lewis Russell, Salem.
*MoNS. J. RiNZ, Jr., Frankfort on the Main.
•WiLLL-^M Shaler.
DANaEL D. Smith, Burlington, N. J.
•Gideon B. Smith, Baltimore.
William Sh.\w, New York.
•Judge Strong, Rochester, N. Y.
•Thomas H. Stevens, U S. Navy, Middletown, Conn.
♦Caleb R. Smith, New Jersey.
•Horatio Sprague, U. S. Consul, Gibralter.
Dr. Strenzel, Martinez, Cal.
Frais'cis Summerest.
William Summer, Pomaria, S. C.
William F. Strangeway, British Secretary of Legation at Naples.
•James P. Sturgis, Canton.
•George C Thorburn, New York.
Professor George Thurber, Associate editor of Am. Agriculturist, New York
John Tillson, Jr. , Illinois.
Prof. Tenore, Director of the Botanical Garden at Naples.
•J. E. Teschemacher, Boston.
Prof. Tinio, Director of the Botanical Garden at Palermo.
♦Robert Thompso.v, London.
Carey Tyso, Wallingford, England.
Luther TucKKK, Editor of the Cultivator, Albany, N. Y.
Louis van Houtte, Ghent.
M. Vattemare, Paris.
John A. Warder, M. D., President Ohio State Horticultural Society, Cleaves, O
J. F. Wingate, Bath, Me.
Joshua Wing.\te, Portland.
Joseph A. Winthrop, South Carolina.
MoNS. Emilien de Wael, Antwerp.
•William Wilson, New York.
J. Ambrose Wksht, Editor of Prairie Farmer, Chicago, IlL
Prof. Wilson, London.
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MEMBERS FOR LIFE.
Change of residence, or any inaccuracies, should be promptly reported to the Secretiury.
Adams, George E., Medford.
Albro, Chas., Taimton.
Allen, John Fisk, Salem.
Ames, F. L., Easton.
Ames, F. M., Canton.
Ames, George, Boston.
Ames, P. A. "
Amory, Charles, "
Amory, James S., "
Amory, Frederick, Brookline.
Andrews, Charles L., Swampscot.
Andrews, Frank W., Boston.
Andrews, W. T., "
Audros, Milton, Brookline.
Appleton, Edward, Beading.
Appleton, Sumner, Boston.
Atkins, Elisha, Belmont.
Austin, William R., Dorchester.
Avery, Edward, Boston,
Ayling, Isaac, "
Ayer, Adams, "
Bacon, George, Brookline.
Bailey, Edwin C, Boston.
Bailej'^, Kendall, Charlestown.
Baker, Wm. E., Boston.
Barnard, James M., "
Barnard, Rev. C. F. "
Barnes, Walter S., Scmerville.
Barnes, William H., Boston.
Barney, Levi C, "
Bartlett, E., Newhuryport.
Barrows, Thomas, Dedham.
Barrett, Aaron, Maiden.
Barratt, James, Haverhill.
Bates, Amos, Hingham.
Bates, Caleb, Kingston.
Banfleld, F. L., Boston.
Bayley, John P., «
Beal, Alexander, Dorchester.
Beebe, James M., Boston.
Bell, Joseph, Maiden.
Bemis, Emer}'-, Cambridge.
Berry, James, Boston.
Bicktbrd, Weare D., Brighton.
Billings, Joseph H., W. Roxbury.
Birchard, Charles, Arlington.
Bird, John A., Brookline.
Black, J. W., Boston.
Blagg, Samuel, Waltham,
Blake, George B., Brookline.
Blaney, Henry, "
Blinn, R. T). Lexington.
Boardman, Wm. H., Boston.
Bocher, F., Boston.
Bockus, C. E., Dorchester.
Bond, George W., Boston.
Bouve, Thomas T., "
Bowditch, A. C, Cambridgeport.
Bowditch, J. Tngersoll, Boston.
Botame, John, Stoneham.
Brackett, C. N., Newton.
Bradish, L. J., Boston.
Bradlee, J. B.,
Bragg, S. A. B., Mattapan.
Breed, Andrew, Lynn.
Breed, Henry A., "
Brewer, Gardner, Boston.
Brewer, John Reed, "
Brewer, Otis, "
Bright, Jona. B., Waltham.
Bright, William E., "
Brown, Edward J., Brookline.
Brown, George B., Boston.
Brooks, Francis, Medford.
Brooks, J. W., Milton.
Brooks, Peter C, Boston.
Buckminster, W. J., Maiden.
Burr, Fearing, Jr., Hingham.
Burr, Matthew H., "
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Burnett, Joseph, Southlorough
Burnhain, T. O. H. V., Boston.
Buswell, E. W., Boston.
Buswcll, Frank E., "
Butler, Aaron, Jr., Wakefield.
Butterfield, Samuel, Arlington.
Buttcrfield, William P., "
Cadness, John, New York.
Cains, Wm., So. Boston.
Capen, John, Boston.
Carlton, Samuel A., Somerville.
Carruth, Charles, Boston.
Carruth, Nathan, Dorchester.
Chandler, J. G., So. Lancaster.
Chapin, N. G., Brookline.
Chapman, Edward, Arlington.
Chase, Daniel E., Somerville.
Chase, Hezekiah, S. Boston.
Chase, "William M., Worcester.
Cheney, B. P., Boston.
Child, r. C, Camhridge.
Childs, N. E., Dorchester.
Childs, Francis, Cambridge.
Claflin, Wm., Newton.
Clap, E. W., Walpole.
Clapp, Frederick, Dorchester.
(Jlapp, Lemuel, •2d, "
(.'lark, Orus, Boston.
Clark, W. L., Neponset.
Clark, Wm. S., Amherst.
Clay, Henry, Dorchester.
Cleary, Lawrence, W. Boxhury.
Clement, Asa, Dracut.
Cleveland, Ira, Dedhara.
Cobb, Albert A. C, Brookline.
Codman, Ogden, Lincoln.
Coffin, G. Winthrop, W. Boxhury.
Coffin, Wm. E., Boston.
Comer, G. iN"., Dedham.
Comerais, Henry, "
Converse, E. S., Maiden.
Copeland, R. M'Cleary, Boston.
Copeland, R. Morris, Lexington.
Courtis, Wm.. Lawrence.
Craft, Geo., Brookline.
Crocker, Uriel, Boston.
Crosby, Josiah, Arlington.
Crowell, Philander, Chelsea.
Cox, George P., Maiden.
Coy, Samuel I., Boston.
Cruickshank, James, Chelsea.
Cummings, John, Wohurn.
Curtis, Geo. S., Jamaica Plain.
Cushing, J. G., Belmont.
Gushing, R. M., "
Daggett, H. L., Boston.
Dale, Ebenezer •'
Damon, Samuel G., Arlington.
Dana, Charles B., Brookline.
Darling, Charles K., Boston.
Davenport, Henry, "
Davis, Hervey, Cambridgeport.
Denny, Francis P., Brookline.
Denny, Daniel, Dorchester.
Denny, R. S., "
Dewson, F. A., Boston.
Dexter, F. Gordon, Boston.
Dexter, G. M., Boston.
D'Wolf, John L., "
Dickerman, George H., Somei-ville.
Dickinson, Alex., Cambridgeport.
Dike, Charles C, Stonehani.
Downer, Samuel, Dorchester.
Duncklee, John, Brighton.
Durant, H. F., Boston.
Durant, William, "
Durfee, Mrs. F. B., Fall Elver.
Durfee, George B., "
Durfee, Xathan, "
Eldridge, E. H., Boston.
Ellicott. J. P., Jamaica Plain.
Everett, Otis, Boston.
Everett, William, Boston.
Fairbanks, J. Loring, Boston.
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Farlow, John S., Newton.
Fearing, Albert, Himjham.
Fenno, J. B.. Boston.
Fenno, Joseph H., JST. Chelsea.
Feukes, Edwin, Newtonville,
Fillebrown, John, Arlington.
Fisher, James, Boston.
Fisher, "Warren, "
Flagg, Augustus, Boston.
Flint, Charles L., "
Flint, D. B., Watertown.
Foster, John H., Boston.
Foster, J. W., Dorchester.
Freeman, Abraham, Dorchester.
French, Jonathan, Boston.
Freeland, Charles Wm., "
Frothingham, Samuel, "
Fuller, Henry Weld, "
Gardner, Henry I^., Belmont.
Galvin, John, W. Boxhury.
Gillard, William, Boston.
Gilley, J. E. M., Chelsea.
Gilkey, K. F., WatertowJi.
Glover, Joseph B., Boston.
Goddard, A. Warren, Brookline.
Gorham, J. L., Jamaica Plain.
Gould, Samuel, Boston.
Gould, Francis, Arlington.
Greig, George, Newton.
Gregory, J. J. H., Ifarhlehead.
Grinnell, Joseph, New Bedford.
Groom, Thomas, Dorchester.
Grundell, H., "
Guild, J. Anson, Brookline.
Hall, George A., North Chelsea.
Hall, George R., Boston.
Hall, John R.,
Hall, Stephen A., N. Chelsea.
Hall, Wm. F., Brookline.
Halliday, W. H., Boston.
Hammond, Gardner G., Boston.
Hammond, Samuel, "
Harnden, S., Beading.
Harding, C. L., Cambridge.
Harding, G. W., Dorchester.
Harding, W. C, Boston.
Harding, L. B., Boston.
Hastings, Edmund T., Boston.
Hathaway, Seth W., Marhlehead.
Hatch, Anthony, CUftondale.
Hayden, A. W., Portsmouth.
Hayes, Francis B., Boston.
Hazeltine, H., "
Head, Charles D., Brookline.
Hill, George, Arlington.
Hill, John, Stoneham.
Hillbourn, A. J., Chelsea.
Hodgkins, John E., "
Holbrook, C. S., E. Bandolph.
Hollis, J. W., Brighton.
Hooper, John, Jr., Marhlehead.
Hooper, Robert C, Boston.
Hooper, Thomas, Bridgewater.
Hovey, C. M., Cambridge.
Hovey, John C, Cambridgeport
Hovey, P. B.,
Howard, Joseph W., South Boston.
Howe, George, Boston.
Howland, John, Jr., _ZV. Bedford.
Hubbard, G. G., Cambridge.
Hubbard, J. C, Boston.
Hubbard, W. J., "
Humphrey, F. J., Dorchester.
Hunneman, Joseph H., Boston.
Hunnewell, H. H., Wellesley.
Hunt, Franklin, Boston.
Hunt, Moses, "
Hyde, J. F. C, Newton.
Inches, Henderson, Boston.
Inches, Herman B., "
Jackson, Abraham, "
Jeffries, John, Jr., "
Johnson, Otis, Lynn.
Joyce, Mrs. Samuel, Medford.
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MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Kakas, Edward, Medford.
Kelley, E. G., Newhuryport.
Kendall, D. S., Bostoii.
Kennedy, G. G., M. D., Boston.
Kenney, John M., Wareham.
Kent, John, Charlestnwn.
Keyes, E. W., "
Keyes, George, Concord.
Kidder, II. P., Boston.
Kimball, A. P., "
King, Franklin, Dorchester.
King, William S., Boston.
Kingman, A. A., South Boston.
Kingsbury, Wm. B., Boston.
Kinsley, Lyman, Canibridgeport.
Kittredge, E. A., Boston.
Lancaster, C. B., Newton.
Lamb, Thomas, Boston.
Lawrence, James, "
Lawrence, Edward, Charlestown.
Lawson, Peter, Lowell.
Leavins, S. Davis, Boston.
Leland, George, Waltham.
Leuchars, R. B., Boston.
Lewis, A. S., Framingham.
Lewis, Wm. G., "
Lincoln, George, Hingham.
Lincoln, D. Waldo, Worcester.
Locke, W. IL, Belmont.
Lodge, Giles II., "
Loomis, J. B., Chelsea.
Lord, George C, Newton.
Loring, Alfred, So. Hingham.
Lothrop, Eben W., Chelsea.
Lovett, G. L., Boston.
Low, Ariel, ''
Lowder, John, Watertown.
Lowell, Augustus, Boston.
Luke, Elijah II., Camhridgeport.
Lyon, Henry, Charlestown.
Mahony, John, Boston.
Mann, Jonallian, Cambridge.
Maloon, William, Salem.
Manning, Robert, Salem.
Mansfield, H. S., Blackstone.
Marland, A., Andover.
Marsh, Francis, Dedham.
Martin, D. A., Chelsea.
Martin, J. S., Boston.
Matthews, Nathan, "
May, Samuel, "
McCarthy, T. "
Merrifield, W. T., Worcester.
Mills, Charles H., Boston.
Miller, E. D., Dorchester.
Milmore. M., Boston.
Milton, W. H., "
Minott, Charles, Somerville.
Minton, James, Dorchester.
Mixter, Chai'les, Boston.
Moore, J. B., Concord.
Morse, S. B., Boston.
Morse, Samuel F., "
Morrill, Joseph, Jr., "
Motley, Thomas, W. Boxhury.
Mudge, E. R., Lynn.
Mudge, George W., "
Mudge, George A., Brookline.
Munroe, William, Boston.
Munroe, Otis, "
Needham, Daniel, Groton.
Newhall, Cheever, Dorchester.
Newhall, George, "
Newhall, John M., "
Newhall, Josiah, Lynnfield.
Nichols, Henry, South Boston.
Nichols, Mrs. F., Dorchester.
Nourse, Benj. F., Cambridgeport.
Nourse, B. F., Boston.
Osgood, James Ripley, Boston.
Page, Thomas, Milwaukee.
Paige, James W., Boston.
Paine, Robert T., "
Palmer, J. P., "
Parker, Augustus, "
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Parker, James, Boston.
Parker, William A., "
Parkman, Francis, Jamaica Plain,
Partridge, Henry, Boston.
Partridge, Horace, Somerville.
Pearce, John, West Jioxhicry.
Peck, Abel G., Arlington.
Peck, O. H., Melrose.
Peirce, S. B., Dorchester.
Pennitnan, A. P., Waltham.
Perkins, Edward N., Brookline.
Perkins, William P., "
Philbrick, AVm. D., Newton Centre.
Pierce, George W., Maiden.
Pierce, Henry Ij., Dorchester.
Poole, Benjamin C, Chelsea.
Poor, John R., Somerville.
Pope, Alexander, Dorchester.
Potter, Joseph S., Arlington.
Pratt, George W., Boston.
Pratt, Robert M.,
Pratt, William, Winchester.
Pray, Mark W., Maiden.
Prescott, C. H., Cornwallis, iV. S.
Prescott, Eben C, Boston.
Prescott, W. G., "
Prescott, William G., Quincy.
Preston, George H., Boston.
Preston, John, Dorchester.
Pronty, Gardner, Littleton.
Putnam, Joshua H., Brookline.
Ramsay, A. H., Cambridge.
Rand, E. S., Boston.
Rand, E. S., Ji\, Dedham.
Rand, Oliver J., Cambridgeport.
Rayner, John J., Lexington.
Reed, George W., Kingston.
Richards, William B., Boston.
Richardson, C. E., "
Richardson, George C, Cambridge.
Robbins, Nathan, Arlington.
Robinson, J. H., Dorchester.
Rogers, John H., Boston.
Rogers, R. S., Salem.
Ross, Henry, Ne^oton.
Ross, M. D., Boston.
Rxmey, John, S omerville.
Russell, John Lewis, Salem.
Russell, Walter, Arlington.
Sampson, G. B., Brookline.
Sanborn, Amos C, Cambridgeport.
Sanlbrd, O. S., Cordaville.
Sargent, Ignatius, Brookline.
Sargent, Turner, Boston.
Sawyer, E. H., Easthampton.
Sawj'er, Timothy T., Charlestown.
Seaver, Nathaniel, East Boston.
Seaver, Robert, Jamaica Plain.
Sever, J. W., Dorchester.
Scott, Charles, Newton.
Scuddcr, C. W., Brookline.
Scudder, Marshall S., Grantville.
Shaw, S. P., Cambridge.
Sheafe, Charles C, Boston.
Sheafe, William, Brookline.
Sheldon, O. S., Milton.
Shimmin, Charles E., Boston.
Shorey, John L., Lynn.
Skinner, Francis, Newton.
Slack, Lewis, Brookline.
Smith, Charles A., Boston.
Smith, Charles H., Jamaica Plain.
Smith, James H., Newton Corner.
Smith, Peter, Andover,
Smith, Benj. G., Cambridge.
Southraayd, John K., Boston.
Sparhawk, Edward C, Brighton.
Speare, Alden W., Newton.
SpofFord, George, Georgetown.
Springall, George, Maiden.
Springer, John, Sterling.
Si^aulding, Edward, Jamaica Plain.
Stetson, James A., Quincy.
Stetson, Nahum, Bridgewater.
Stevens, Paran, Boston.
Stickncy, Josiah, Watertown.
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Stickney, Rufus B., Somerville.
Stimpson, George, Weio York.
Stimpson, H. H., Cambridge.
Stone, G. F., Newton.
Stone, Phineas J., Charlestown.
Story, E. A., Brighton.
Story, F. H., Salem.
Strong, William C, Brighton.
Sturgis, Russell, Jr., Boston.
Surette, L. A., Concord.
Swain, Charles D., Boxhury.
Taft. John B., Boston.
Tappan, Charles, "
Taylor, Horace B., "
Thacher, Alfred C, Dorchester.
Thayer, Henry, North Cambridge.
Thayer, J^'athaniel, Boston.
Thomas, William, "
Thompson, S. Benton, Lexington.
Thorndike, John H., Boston.
Tileston, E. P., Dorchester.
Tilton, Stephen W., Boston.
Todd, John, Hingham.
Tolman, Lucius A., W. Boxbury.
Torrey, Everett, Charlestown.
Towne, Wm. B., Boston.
Turner, J. M., Dorchester.
Turner, R. W., Neicton.
Turner, Royal W., Bandolph.
Upton, George B., Boston.
Upham, Henry, BrooJcline.
Underwood, Guy C, Boston.
Vose, B. C, Hyde Park.
Wainwright, Peter, Boston.
Wainwright, Wm. L., Braintree.
Wakefield, E. II., Chelsea.
Walker, Edward C. R., Boston.
Walker, Samuel A., Brookline.
Walker, T. W., Waltham.
Warren, G. W., Boston.
Walcott, Edward, Pawtucket.
Ward, John, Newton.
Wardwell, W. H., W. Newton.
Ware, Benjamin P., Marblehead.
Wason, E., Brookline.
Waters, Edwin F., Newton.
Watts, Isaac, Belmont.
Webber, A. D., Wellesley.
Webster, Joshua, Maplevwod.
Weld, Richard H., Boston.
AVeld, M. W., Dr., "
Weld, W. G., Brookline.
Wellington, Henry M., W. Boxbury.
Welsli, J. IL, Dorchester.
Wetherell, Leander, Boston.
Wheelwright, A. C, ''
Whipple, John A., "
Whitcomb, Wm. B., Med/ord.
White, B. C, Boston.
White, Edward A., "
Whitmore, C. O., "
Whiting, ISTathanicl, Brookline.
White, Francis A., "
Whiteley, Edward, Cambridge.
Whitney, Luther F., Charlestown.
Whittle, George W., Somerville.
"W'hitton, Bela, Hingham.
Whytal, Thomas G., W. Boxbury.
Wight, Eben, Dedham.
Wilbur, G. B., Watertown.
Wilder, Henry A., Boston.
Wilder, Marsliall P., Dorchester.
Willcutt, Levi L., West Boxbury.
Williams, Aaron D., Boston.
Williams, Benjamin B., Boston.
Willis, George W., Chelsea.
Winship, F. Lyman, Brighton.
AVinship, Herman, "
AVoodward, Royal, Brookline.
AA''right, Geo. C, West Acton.
AVrisley, Frank, Boston.
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
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ANNUAL MEMBERS.
Abbott, Sam'l L., M. D., Boston.
Adams, Charles F., Quincy.
Adams, C. S., Framingham.
Adams, William, Winchester.
Allen, Abbot, Arlington.
Allen, Andrew F., "
Allen, Calvin, Boston.
Allen, C. II., ]\[. D., Camhridijeport.
Allen, Frederick D., Boston.
Allen, George E., W. Kewtmi.
Allen, George D., Maiden.
Allen, Henry O., ''
Allen, ITatli'l T., W. Newton.
Allen, W. H., Dedham.
Alley, Franklin, Marhlehead.
Alger, R. F., Dedham.
Ames, R. W., Boston.
Andrews, E. Janes, ''
Apple, Antone, Ifeio York.
Arnold, H. P., Cambridge.
Atherton, Samuel. Dorchester.
Atkinson, Charles M., Brookline.
Atkinson, Edward, "
Ayers, John W., Boston.
Bachelder, Samuel, Cambridge.
Bacon, Augustus, Boston.
Bacon, William, "
Baker, W. P., Quincy.
Ball, S. B., Port Norfolk.
Bangs, Edward, Boston.
Barnard, Cha's, 2d, W. Newton.
Barnes, Parker, Dorchester.
Bartlett, James, Brookline.
Barker, Hiram, Brighton.
Barker, John G., Cambridge.
Bates, Erastus C, "
Bates, Henry M., Boston.
Bates, Ives G., "
Bayley, Dudley II., "
Bartholomew, Wm. N., Newton Cen
lieck, Frederick, Boston,
Bell, Theodore H. '*
Bennett, Edmund H., Taunton.
Bennett, Oliver, Framingham.
Benton, Reuben P., Somerville.
Bird, Harrison, Brookline.
Bird, John L., Dorchester.
Black, John A., Boston.
Blake, G. T., Salem.
Blanchard, Geo. D. B., Maiden.
Blaney, David H., Boston.
Bliss, B. K., Springfield.
Bolles, Matthew, West Boxhicry.
Boott, William, Boston.
Bolton. John B., Somerville.
Bouve, Ephraim W., Boston.
Bowditch, Azell, "•
Bowditch, W. I., Brookline.
Brackett, E. A., Winchester.
Bradford, Charles F., Boston.
Bradlee, John D., Milton.
Bradlee, J. T., Boston.
Bradstreet, Samuel, Dorchester.
Breck, C. II. B., Brighton.
Breck, Joseph, "
Brewer, Thomas M., Boston.
Bridges, Geo. E., Neroton.
Briggs, Richard, Brookline.
Brigham, C. B., Grafton.
Brooks, George, Brookline.
Brookhouse, John H., Somerville.
Brown, A. S., Jamaica Plain.
Brown, Atherton T., Boston.
Brown, Joseph T., "
Brown, Jona., Jr., Somerville.
Bruce, Benjamin, Brookline.
Bruce, Nath'l F., Stoneham,
Bryant, G. J. F., Boston.
Bullard, Calvin,
Burley, Edward, Salem.
Burr, Charle.s C, Neicton.
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MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Barrage, Joseph, Arlington.
Bush, F. T., Weston.
Bush, J. P., Boston.
Cabot, Edward C, Brookline.
Cabot, Joseph S., Salem.
Cairns, Wm., Melrose.
Campbell, Benjamin F., 7>«.sto«.
Candler, John W., Brookline.
Carter, Maria E., Woburn.
Chandler, Henry H., Boston.
Chadbourne, M. W., Watcrtotvn.
Chadwick, Joseph II., Boston.
Chaffln, John C, Newton.
Chapman, Moses C, Milton.
Chapin, Geo. H., Maiden.
Chase, Mrs. C. B., Medford.
Chase, Ilenr^^ L., Maiden.
Chase, J. C, Cambridgeport.
Chenery, Winthrop W., Belmont.
Cheney, Arthur, Boston.
Chickering, Horatio, Dcdkam.
Chilson, G., Boston.
Childs, Alfred A., Dorchester.
Clark, Daniel, Waltham.
Clark, G. W., Ifalden.
Clark, Joseph, Canton.
Clark, Joseph W., Dedham.
Clark, Randolph M., "
Clay, Edward C, Maiden.
Cobb, Edward W., Boston.
Cobb, Jonathan H., Dedham.
Coe, Henry F., West Boxbury.
Cole, H. Hammond, Chelsea.
Comins, Linus B., Boston.
Comley, James, Lexington.
Converse, Joshua P., Wobwn.
Converse, James C, Arlington.
Copeland, Charles, Wyoming.
Cordwell, G. B., Boston.
Cowles, W. W. Boston.
Cox, David P., Maiden.
Crafts, W. A., Boston.
Crain, Charles H., Arlington.
Cruiokshank, J. T., Cambridge.
Cummings, Amos, Jr., Reading.
Curtis, D. T., Boston.
Curtiss, Charles P., W. Boxbury.
Cutter, Geo. B., Weston.
Dacy, Patrick, Dorchester.
Dalton, Henry L., Boston.
Dana, Francis, '•
Dana, Luther, Newton.
Dana, Thomas, Cambridge.
Dane, John IL, Brookline.
Daniell, H. W., Boston.
Davenport, Edward, Dorchester.
Davenport, Geo., Dedham.
Davis, Barnabas, Boston.
Davis, Benjamin B., Brookline.
Davis, W. IL, Milton.
Day, Geo. B., Boston.
Dean, A. J., "
Deblois, Stephen G., "
Dennison, E. W., Newtonville.
Dennison, J. l!^., Boston.
Dexter, Anson, "
Dillaway, Charles K., "
Dixwell, J. J., West Boxbury.
Dodge, John F., Charlestown.
Dorr, George, Dorchester.
Downe, Sumner, Maiden.
Doogue, Wm., Boston.
Duncklee, Miss Harriet G..,Brighton.
Dupee, James A., Brookline.
Dutton, Henry W., Boston.
Dutton, Wm. IL,
Eastburn, John IL, Boston.
Eaton, Jacob, Cambridgeport.
Eaton, Bussell P., Dorchestir.
Edmands, J. W., Neioton.
Edson, William, Boston.
Emerson, E. C, ''
Emmons, John A., W. Boxbury.
Eustis, James, Wakefield.
Evers, Gustave, Wyoming.
ANNUAL MEMBERS.
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Falconer, James, Boston.
Farmer, Elbridge, Arlington.
Farrar, Abijah, Boston.
Farrier, Amasa, Stoneham.
Farrier, Mrs. C, Stoneham.
Fay, Henry G., Brookline.
Felton, A. W., West Newton.
Flynn, Edward, Lawrence.
Foley, Bernard, Boston.
Follen, Charles, "
Forbush, Jonathan, Bolton.
Fowle, H. D., Boston.
Foster, Joshua T., Medford.
French, Asa, Braintree.
French, Henry F., Boston.
French, W. E.,
Frink, Charles T., ''
Frost, Geo., W. Newton.
Frost, Eufus S., Chelsea.
Frost, Stiles, W. Newton.
Frothingham, Isaac H., Dorchester.
Furneaux, Charles, Melrose.
Gage, Edmund, Bradford.
Gammell, Jonas, Lexington.
Gane, Henry A., West Newton.
Gardner, John, Dedham.
Gaut, S. iN"., Somerville.
Gay, Samuel S., Boston.
Gay, Timothy, Chelsea.
Gerry, Chas. F., Hyde Park Village
Gibbens, Samuel H., Bosto7i.
Gibbs, O. C, West Newton.
Gilbert, J., Boston.
Gilbert, John, "
Gilbert, Samuel, Jr., "
Gilbert, B. W.,
Gill, Mrs. E. M., Medford.
Gleason, Herbert, Maiden.
Gleason, C. W., Boston.
Glover, Edward W., Maiden.
Glover, Horatio K., Dorchester.
Goddard, Thomas, Boston.
Goodrich, Daniel O., "
Goodwin, Lester, Dorchester.
Godbold, G. A., Chelsea.
Grant, Charles E., Boston.
Graves, Frank H., West Newton.
Gray, John C, Boston.
Gray, Wm., Jr., Dorchester.
Green, Franklin, Jamaica Plain.
Greenwood, E. 11., Neioton Centre.
Grew, Henry, Dorchester.
Griggs, Chai'les, Boston.
Hadley, T. B., Stoneham.
Hall, Jere F., Maiden.
Hall, Peter C, Medford.
Hall, Wm. T., N. Chelsea.
Haley, Jesse, Camhridgeport.
Harding, Newell, Somerville.
Harrington, Wm. H., Salem.
Hartwell, Samuel, Lincoln,
Harris, Charles, Cambridge.
. Harris, F. L., West Needham.
Harris, Miss Ellen M., Jamaica PI.
Harris, Horatio, Boston.
Harwood, Daniel, Boston.
Hastings, John, Lexington.
Hatch, Samuel, Boston.
Hayward, George P., Hingham.
Hayward, James T., Boston.
Hazelton, H. L., Newton.
Healey, Mark, Lynn.
. Heath, George W., Melrose.
Heustis, Warren, Belmont.
Hews, Albert H., Weston.
Hewins, Charles A., Boston.
Hill, Benj. D., Peabody.
Hill, Henry Y., Belmont.
Hillard, Geo. S., Boston.
Hilton, William, "
Hitchings, E. H., Boston.
Higbee, C. H., Salem.
Hodgdon, K. L., Arlington.
Holmes, G. W., Boston.
Hollis, Thomas, "
Holden, Oliver H., W. Newton.
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Ilornc, C. F., Watertoicn.
Houghton, Francis, Somervllle.
Howe, Estes, Cambridge.
Howe, Rufus, Marlborough.
Howe, S. G., S. Boston.
Hubbard, J. W., "
Hunt, Edmund S., Weymouth.
Hunnewell, G. A., W. Newton.
Hutchins, Ezra C, Newton.
Hyde, George, Charlestoion.
Ireland, George W., Somcrville.
James, W. E., Jamaica Plain.
Jaques, Geo., Boston.
Jenks, J. H., ''
Jones, Geo. H., Newton.
Jones, Moses, BrooTcline.
Jordan, Samuel, Randolph.
Josselyn, Alonzo, Boston.
Keith, "W. W., Boston.
Kennard, M. P., Brookline.
Kennard, Charles W., Boston.
Kendall, Edward, Cambridgeport.
Kendall, Isaac B., Somerville.
Kendall, Jonas, Framingham.
Kendrick, H. P., Alston.
Kenrick, Miss Anna C, Newton.
Kenrick, John A., "
Kenrick, William, "
Kern, Frank V. B., Cambridge.
Kingman, Abner, Boston.
Kittredge, Alvah, "
Lamprell, Simon, Marblehead.
Lang, John II. B., Dorchester.
Langmaid, S. P., Charlestown.
Langworthy, I. P., Chelsea.
Lathrop, John, Dedham.
Laughton, Chas. II., W. Roxbury.
Lee, Francis L., Brookline.
Leavens, E. W., Maiden.
Leavitt, Thomas, S. Maiden.
Leavitt, C. B., Boston.
Leeds, Samuel, S. Boston.
Leonard, George, W. Roxbury.
Leonard, George E., Foxborough.
Leonard, Joseph, Boston.
Lincoln, Calvin A., Hingham.
Lincoln, F. AV., Boston.
Lincoln, F. W., Jr., "
Livermore, Isaac, Cambridgepnrt.
Locke, B. D., Arlington.
Lockwood, R. G., Charlestown.
Loring, John A., Boston.
Lothrop, D. W,, W. Medford.
Lothrop, Thornton K., Boston.
Low, John J., '•
Lowell, John, Newton.
Manning, J. W., Reading.
Mann, Benjamin, Boston.
Martin, Jeremiah, Melrose.
May, F. W. G., Boston.
McDermott Andrew, "
McGee, James B., Peabody.
Mclntire, James, Maiden.
Mclntire, Joseph, Melrose.
Mcintosh, Samuel, Boston.
McLaren, Anthony, Forest Hills.
McTear, James, Boston.
Mellen, James, Cambrldgeport.
Merriam, Galen, W. Neioton.
Merrick, John M., Jr., Walpole.
Merrill, S. A., Salem.
Merrill, J. Warren, Cambrldgeport.
Millar, John L., Boston.
Miller, David, S. Boston.
Miller, William, E. Boston.
Mills, John F., Boston.
Mills, William, Somerville.
Minot, G. R., Boston.
Minot, William, Jr., "
Morandi, Francis, Maiden.
Morris, Thomas D., Boston.
Morse, W. A.,
Murray, Daniel C, Watertown.
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Murray, James, Boston.
Muzzey, A. B., Cambridge.
Newbery, "Wm. B., Dorchester.
Nichols, "W. S., Boston.
Nichols, J. R., Haverhill.
Noyes, George ZST., Auhurndale.
Norton, P., Boston.
Nudd, Jacob, Camhridgeport.
Nugent, James, Boston.
O'Brien, James, Boston.
Odiorne, F. H., Ifalden.
Oliver, Stephen, Lynn.
Oldreive, John R., Chelsea.
Oldreive, Richard, Nexoton.
Otis, Theodore, Boston.
Owen, John, Camhridge.
Packer, Charles H., Boston.
Page, Edward, "
Paine, Benjamin F., ''
Parker, Harvey D., "
Parker, John, "
Parker, Charles E., Auhurndale.
Parker, James M., Charlestoivn.
Parker, Nelson, Stoneham.
Park, J. C, Somerville.
Parsons, Theophilus, Cambridge.
Parsons, William, Boston.
Palmer, Stevens G., "
Patterson, James, Cambridge.
Payson, Samuel R., Boston.
Penniman, George, Milton.
Pearman, W. R., Chelsea.
Perkins, S. C, Dorchester.
Perkins, T. Henry, Cohasset.
Pettingill, Thomas S., Brookliiie.
Philbrick, Edward S.,
Phillips, Nathaniel, Dorchester.
Pierce, George, Arlington.
Pierce, Jacob W., Brookline.
Pillsbury, H. H., Medford.
Potter, John C, Newton.
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Power, Chas. J., S. Framingharn.
Pratt, J. C, Boston.
Preston, Jonathan, "
Prince, F. O., Winchester.
Putnam, C. A., Salem.
Putnam, Francis, "
Putnam, B. W., Jamaica Plain.
Rand, Geo. C, Newton Centre.
Rand, I. P., Vineland, N. J.
Ranlett, Charles A., Billerica.
Ranlett, S. A., Melrose.
Ray, Edwin, Boston.
Reed, E. V. R., Milton.
Rice, Edward E., Dorchester.
Rice, George W., Boston.
Richards, Francis, "
Richards, John S., Brookline.
Richardson, Horace, Framingharn.
Richardson, William, Maiden.
Rinn, J. B., Dorchester.
Roberts, Edward, Hyde Park.
Roberts, S. K., Medford.
Rogers, James E., Chelsea.-
Rogers, John F., Cambridge.
Ruggles, John, Brighton.
Russell, Geoi'ge, M. D., Boston.
Russell, Joseph M., Maiden.
Sanborn, John, Charlestoum.
Sanford, H. G., Gloucester,
Sands, Edward, Boston.
Saltonstall, Leverett, "
Sargent, Wingate P., Melrose.
Savage, John, Jr., Somerville.
Saville, George, Quincy.
Saville, Richard L., Brookline.
Sawtell, J. M., Fitchburg.
Schlegel, Adam, Boston.
Scott, George H., Brighton.
Seaver, Chandler, Needham.
Shaw, Christopher C, Boston.
Shedd, Abraham B., Brookline.
Shute, William M., Boston.
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Simpson, Micliael 11., SaxonviUc.
Sleeper, J. S., Boston.
Smallwood, Thomas, Newton.
Smith, George O., Boston.
Smith, J. M., •'
Smith, Edinmul, BrUjhton.
Smith, Thomas H., Boston.
Soule, J. P., Maiden.
Spencer, A. W., Dorchester.
Spooner, Wm. H., Jr., W. Boxhury.
Sprague, Charles J., Boston.
Squires, J. P., Arlington.
Stanley, John H., Chelsea.
Stan wood, E. Howard, Grantville.
Starbird, Louis D., Maiden.
Stearns, Charles, Brookline.
Stevens, E. C, Cambridge.
Stone, Eliphalet, Dedham.
Stone, P. R. L., Waltham.
Story, Miss Sarah W., Brighton.
Swan, J. Edwin, Dorchester.
Sweetser, Samuel, Cambridge.
Thatcher, Thomas, Jr., Boston.
Thieler, Francis, Medford.
Thompson, G. M., Waltham.
Torrey, Augustus, Beverly.
Tower, Elisha, Lexington.
Train, Gorham, Dorchester.
Trautman, Martin, Boston.
Tucker, James, Jr., Dorchester.
Turner, N. W., South Maiden.
Tuttle, Samuel J., Boston.
Tufts, James W., Medford.
Underwood, William J., Belmont.
Van Voorhies, II. W., S. Maiden.
Vandine, Henry, Cambridgeport.
Vila, James, Boston.
Wales, William, Dorchester.
Walker, Charles H., Chelsea.
Walker, Joseph T., Boston.
Walker, Wm. T., Somerville.
AVallis, William, Boston.
Walsh, George, Charlestov-n.
Ward, Edward A., Cambridge.
Ware, P. P. P., South Maiden.
Warren, Samuel D., Waltham.
Warren, Washington, Newton.
Washburn, Alexander C, Boston.
Washburn, E. F., Neponset.
Washburn, Nehemiah, Brookline.
Washburn, G. W. C, Boston.
AVatson, David, Maiden.
Webster, J. R., M. D., Milton.
AVebster, John, Salem.
AVeld, Aaron D., W. Boxbury.
Wellington, Joseph V., Cambridge.
AVells, Benjamin T., Boston.
West, AV. C, Maiden.
AVestgate, J. E., Ifelrose.
AVetherell, Chas. M., Ware.
AVetherell, John G., Dorchester.
Wheeler, Ann C, Cambridgeport.
AVheeler, Lewis, Cambridge.
Wheeler, S. L., Netoton Centre.
AVheildon, AVilliam W., Concord.
AVhite, N. B., Dedham.
Whitney, Joel, Winchester.
AVhittemore, J. F., Arlington.
Wilder, Charles T., Grantville.
AVilcox, AVm. H., Beading.
AVilliam s, Dudley, Jamaica Plain.
AViUiams, Elijah, Boston.
Williams, Stephen, •'
AVilliams, H. W., "
AVilson, Ehsha T., "
Wilson, George W., Maiden.
Wilson, B. O., Watertown.
AViswall, Henry M., "
AVood, Edmund M., Boston.
Wood, E. W., WestNewto7i.
AVood, Miss C. S., West Newton.
AVoodford, Joseph H., Newton.
Woodman, G. F., West Boxbury.
Young, AVilliam, Fall Biver.
Zirngiebel, D., Needham.
OFFICERS AND STANDING COMMITTEES. 115
Officers and jStanding Committees,
for the year 1870.
President :
James F. C. Hyde of Newton.
Vice-Presidents :
William C. Strong of Brighton. II. H. Hunnewell of Wellesley.
Chas. O. Wiiitmoke of Boston. Francis Parkman of Boston.
Treasurer :
Edwin W. Buswell of Boston.
Corresj)onding Secretary :
Edwin W. Buswell of Boston.
Recording Secretary:
Edavard S. Eand, Jr., of Boston.
Professor of Botany and Vegetable Physiology :
John L. Russell of Salem.
STANDING committees.
Executive :
The President. J. F. C. Hyde, Chairman; the Ex-Presidents, ex officio,
Marshall P. Wilder, Joseph S. Cabot, Josiah Stickney, Joseph
Breck, Charles M. Hovey; Eben Wight, P. Brown Tlovey, William
C. Harding, Fearing Burr.
For establishing Prizes :
Chairman of Committee on Fruits, Chairman; Chairmen of Committees
on Flowers, Vegetables and Gardens; Parker Barnes.
Finance :
Charles O. Whitmore, Chairman; H. PI. Hunnewell, Benj. P. Cheney.
Library :
Francis Parkman, Chairman; George W. Pratt, II. Weld Fuller,
Edward S. Rand, Jr., John Cummings.
Ornamental Gardening :
H. Weld Fuller, Chairman; Chairmen of Committees on Fruits, Flowers
and Vegetables; II. Ilollis Hunnewell, William R. Austin, F.
Lyman Winship.
116 MASSACHUSETTS nORTICULTUKAL SOCIETY.
Fruif :
William C. Strong, Chairman; P. Brown Ilovey, Hervejf Davis, John
M. Merrick, Jr., Robert Manning, Daniel T. Curtis, Frederick
Clapp.
Flowers :
John C. Ilovey. Chairman; John G. Barker, Charles H. B. Brock,
John E. M. Gilley, Francis Parkman, E. Frederick Washburn.
William H. Ilalliday.
Vegetables :
Charles N. Brackett Chairman; George Hill, George W. Pierce, John
Fillebro-vvn, Walter Russell, E. A. Story, John B. Moore.
Committee of Arrangements :
(.'harles II. B. Breck, Chairman; William C. Strong, John C. Ilovey,
George W. Pierce, Daniel T. Curtis, Hervey Davis, Francis
Parkman, E. Frederick Washburn, Charles N". Brackett, William
H. Ilalliday, Walter Russell, George Hill, John E. M. Gilley.
EXTRACTS FROM BY-LAWS.
SECTION XXV.— Life Members.
The payment of thirty dollars shall constitute a Life Membership,
and exempt the member from all futui-e assessments. And any member
having once paid an admission fee, may become a Life Member by the
payment of twenty dollars in addition thereto.
SECTIOJf XXVI.— Admission Fee and Annual Assessment.
Every subscription member, before he receives his Diploma, or
exercises the privileges of a member, shall pay the sum of ten dollars
as an admission fee, and shall be subject afterwards to an annual
assessment of two dollars.
SECTION XXVIIL— Discontinuance of Membership.
Any member who shall neglect, for the space of two years, to pay his
annual assessment, shall cease to be a member of the Society; and the
Treasurer shall erase his name from the List of Members. * * * *
The attention of Annual Members is directed to Section XXVIIL,
above. By an early remittance the Treasurer will be saved much time
in making collections.
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